Yunluo Valley is indeed a good place to store food.
Following the guide to a valley, Yuan Tan couldn't help feeling emotional when looking at the surrounding environment.
This place is backed by mountains on both sides to the northwest, and there is a river to the east. There is only one passage from the south to enter. Although the passage is relatively spacious, the terrain is such that even if 20,000 people are stationed there, even 200,000 troops cannot get in.
However, Yuan Tan was not panicked at all. After the news spread that Yuan Shang's hundreds of thousands of troops were destroyed overnight, the troops in the valley must have no intention of resisting and immediately stepped forward to shout.
"Yuan Shang! This place is surrounded by me. If you still think that these troops will fight for you through life and death, you should not harm the three armies. Come out and have an interview with me yourself!"
He repeated it over and over again, and his powerful voice echoed in the valley for a long time.
When Yuan Shang in the valley heard Yuan Tan's voice, he was so frightened that he fell off the handsome chair, his face turning pale.
Starting from last night, he was first ambushed by Yuan Tan, then the Chinese army's stronghold was destroyed, and then he was held hostage by Zhao Yun. Now he was frightened. When he heard Yuan Tan's voice, he was frightened and paralyzed. He looked at Zhao Yun in horror. "Why did the general lie to me?"
"General, please wait a moment. Yun will go and capture Yuan Tan." Zhao Yun remained calm. This man seemed to be calm even if the sky fell.
Should I say it or not, such calmness also made Yuan Shang feel more at ease. It's a pity that he is not my subordinate.
When Zhao Yun rode his horse with a gun and led a group of Yuan troops in the valley to rush out, Yuan Tan just tilted his head and looked at it.
Probably, the people inside tied up Yuan Shang and then came out to ask for surrender.
This was a logical guess, but he did not take it lightly. At least he would not take it lightly until he saw the opponent put down his weapon.
As the opponent got closer and closer, Yuan Tan felt that something was wrong and immediately raised his right hand. Behind him, countless crossbowmen strung their bows and raised them at a 45-degree angle, ready to attack. Fighting?"
The opponent stopped a stone's throw away from him, and the general held his hands and said, "General, I have been ordered to wait here."
"Zhao Yun." Yuan Tan's heart sank.
The moment he saw Zhao Yun, he suddenly remembered that when he was in Yuan Shangzhong's military camp just now, he always felt that something was wrong but couldn't explain it. He just didn't see Zhao Yun!
He was Lu Bu's strong arm, how could he not appear on the battlefield? It was just that Lu Bu mentioned Lin Mo and left early, so he agreed to be the guard general. Thinking about it now, he was really confused.
The question is, why is he here?
Also, why are the people around him wearing Yuan Shangjun's battle armor?
Are they colluding with Yuan Shang?
Impossible. If so, I couldn't have won a complete victory last night, and Yuan Shang's Chinese army's stronghold was indeed destroyed. What happened?
"Hahaha, okay, okay, I underestimated you. It turns out you came to rob Yuan Shang's food and grass while we were having a bloody battle."
Yuan Tan laughed self-deprecatingly, "Okay, after all, my uncle is helping me fight, so these hundreds of thousands of grain and grass will be given to you."
Yuan Tan, who suffered the loss of being mute, felt very unhappy. He felt that he was being played by Lin Mo. But Zhao Yun was here and there were so many soldiers behind him. It would be impossible for him to make a difference with his small skills. .
Yes, I learned another lesson today, I will remember it.
Yuan Tan glanced at the valley unwillingly, and wanted the other party to hand Yuan Shang over to him.
Before he could speak, there was a burst of rapid footsteps and horse hooves behind him.
Following the sound, I saw a wave of soldiers and horses surging from behind, a large area of darkness, no less than ten thousand people.
Moreover, they are all wearing the battle armor of Lu Bujun.
At this moment, Yuan Tan was made dumplings by two people. He looked back and forth uneasily, and his heart gradually changed from uneasiness to panic.
When he wanted to ask Zhao Yun what he wanted to do, the army at the rear suddenly made a passage from the middle, and a young man on a white horse slowly came forward.
"Brother, do you know how much effort I put into setting up today's round?"
Lin Mo is Lin Mo.
If Yuan Tan's heart sank when he saw Zhao Yun, then when he saw Lin Mo, he had already smelled the breath of death.
But after all, he is not Yuan Shang. These years of galloping on the battlefield have made him accustomed to facing life and death, but he did not expect that he would be tricked to this extent. He drew his sword in anger and pointed it at Lin Mo, gritting his teeth and said: "Lin Mo, you don't want to earn these Liangcao, you want to make me fall into a trap!"
"Brother, you are too underestimated, stupid brother, aren't you? Are these few crops of grain and grass worth my troubles?" Lin Mo said casually, lowering his head and kneading his fingers.
After suffering for so long, he finally brought Er Yuan here, and he could breathe a sigh of relief.
"I understand, I understand"
Yuan Tan's expression was ferocious but he was still laughing loudly. The whole valley was echoing with his fierce laughter, "Good tricks and good calculations. Yuan Shang and I were fooled by you, hahaha."
At this point, he fully understood what was happening.
He should have known about this grain field for a long time, but he never took action because he was not sure that he and Yuan Shang would be removed together.
Therefore, they started with the plan of alienation, leading to a bloody battle between the two parties. After Yuan Shang was defeated, I don't know what means were used to force Yuan Shang into this place, and then asked his own people to pass the news back.
He was very aware of the grievances he had had with Yuan Shang over the years, and he would definitely come to resolve it with him in person. However, he was worried that he would not be able to win because he brought too many soldiers and horses, so Lu Bu could not come. He must lead the army to make a plan. The deputy looked like he was about to retreat.
After all, at this time, it seemed that the last threat was Lu Bu, so it was natural to send a large army to keep an eye on him. In this way, there would not be too many soldiers and horses brought to Yunluo Valley.
Wonderful, so wonderful, step by step, careful planning, human calculations, strategies and coordination, everyone is acting according to his design.
At this moment, Yuan Tan finally understood why the world would comment that Lin Mo was using the overall situation as a chessboard, holding black in one hand and white in the other, to play with the wind and clouds.
After Guangxian was defeated in the first battle, Yuan Tan felt that his military skills were inferior to him after all, but he was far from the humiliation of being reduced to a pawn like he was today.
Before entering the valley, he was still full of joy, knowing that he had a chance to win, thinking about how to take over the great cause of the Northern Kingdom, and even repel Cao's army in Bingzhou.
In just a quarter of an hour, everything has undergone a shocking reversal. No one can dodge the city's mental tricks.
Even though there are hundreds of thousands of troops behind him, what can he do?
All the calculations, step by step, are all for the purpose of draining the bottom of the cauldron.
"Lin Mo, you are so powerful. With these tens of thousands of people, you swallowed up our Yuan family's hundreds of thousands of troops and conquered all the land in the north. I will surrender to you." Yuan Tan had tears in his eyes.
Even though he felt extremely unwilling to do so, when he thought carefully about Lin Mo's plan, it seemed that there was no flaw in it. How could he hide from it?
"I can't help it. In fact, I don't want to kill you. But you are much smarter than I thought. I'm really not sure I can control you. Compared to you, your brother is more suitable."
So, are they kidnapping Yuan Shang and Ling Beiguo?
That's right, the Northern Kingdom is such a large territory, with many aristocratic families and powerful people everywhere. As a refugee from a Bingzhou state, even if he invades, he may not be able to secure his position as the leader of the Northern Kingdom.
It would be appropriate to cultivate a puppet Yuan Shang.
Yuan Tan sneered. He knew best what his idiot brother was like. He was right. When it came to being a puppet, no one was more suitable than him.
"Young Master, scholars can be killed but not humiliated. Let's fight with them. I will wait until I am willing to protect you and fight my way out of the siege!" Since ancient times, there have been many generous and elegiac people in Yan and Zhao. Even in desperate situations, there are also people around Yuan Tan who are willing to risk their lives. of generals.
Ah, isn't this bad?
Guo Tu subconsciously wanted to say, "You are just a common man. Doing this will bring disaster to Chiyu. Who will protect me once the war starts?"
Of course, I didn't dare to say it out loud. If Yuan Tan was angered, things would be in trouble.
He thought for a moment, and if he really took action, he would be the first to run to the foot of the mountain and hold his head in his hands in a surrender gesture.
Relying on his friendship with Lu Bu and Lin Mo, survival is always not a problem.
What's more, I had helped him before. Yes, yes, yes, brother Yun Wen knows people well and uses them well. Even Zuo Rong can make a fortune. Who am I, Guo Tu, not as good as him, Zuo Rong?
In such a desperate situation, Guo Tu can see his bright future, which is wonderful.
When Yuan Tan was hesitant, Zhao Yun behind him shouted: "General Yuan, let me borrow what you just said, if you think about their past military exploits, don't harm the three armies. You have also seen the terrain here. If you really want to take action, , none of you can escape."
Zhao Yun's words are really the opinions of the country's scholars. Young Master, you should accept them. Guo Tu watched the changes in the expression on Yuan Tan's face.
In fact, Yuan Tan knew that Zhao Yun was not lying. This was a valley passage and both roads were blocked. Besides, he only had 5,000 soldiers and horses. How could he run away when he was attacked from both sides?
In the valley and forest, there are clear and crisp chirpings of birds, but no one has the leisure to feel their comfort and freedom.
Yuan Tan was finally discouraged, looked at Lin Mo and shouted almost pleadingly: "I want to see Yuan Shang one last time."
This request is not too much.
After all, there is a brotherhood between them, and they have been fighting for so many years. Only they themselves can clearly explain the grievances and resentments involved.
Lin Mo nodded as he did not want to force the opponent to jump over the wall and cause casualties.
Yuan Tan also ordered the sergeant to put down his weapons, jump off his horse, and capture him without a fight.
At this point, Guo Tu finally breathed a sigh of relief, dismounted directly, and proactively stepped forward to greet Lin Mo.
In response, Lin Mo just patted his shoulder comfortingly and smiled without saying a word.
Although he didn't say a word, Guo Tuneng could clearly feel Lin Mo's importance to him through the touch on his shoulder. His heart felt infinitely smooth and his future was shining brightly.
Lin Mo led Yuan Tan towards the valley. With Zhao Yun, Wei Yue, Zhang Xiu and Gao Shun beside him, Lin Mo could naturally move forward with peace of mind. He didn't even turn to look at Yuan Tan behind him. He was not afraid of him at all. Sudden attack.
Seeing everyone coming in, Yuan Shang couldn't hide the fear in his eyes, and instinctively moved his body back. He felt that he had been deceived. Didn't he agree not to see Yuan Tan?
"Third brother, you and I have been fighting for so many years, but in the end we have taken advantage of others." Yuan Tan laughed at himself, tears streaming down his face.
Yuan Shang was a little confused, why are you telling me this? It has been the rule since ancient times that the winner is the king and the loser is the bandit. Nowadays, it’s hard to decide whether one’s life can be saved, so what kind of brotherly love is there?
Seeing Yuan Shang's dull expression and fearful eyes, Yuan Tan sighed, "Third brother, brother, I'm going on my way. Come here, I want to say a few final words to you."
Yuan Shang didn't want to go. In his opinion, Yuan Tan was more dangerous than Lu Bu.
But under Zhao Yun's gaze, he walked over slowly.
When Yuan Shang approached, Yuan Tan glanced at Zhao Yun and others. The generals took two steps back knowingly, thinking of giving their brothers the last words of farewell.
After all, it is good to speak well when a person is about to die. Death is imminent, so a few words of explanation are not too much.
Unexpectedly, when their eyes met, Yuan Tan's expression suddenly became ferocious. After the sword from his waist was taken away, he raised his hands and strangled Yuan Shang's neck.
Yuan Shang was pinched so hard that the whites of his eyes rolled out, and his tongue stuck out stiffly.
This sudden scene stunned everyone present, including Lin Mo himself.
Zhao Yun reacted the fastest. He stepped forward and kicked Yuan Tan's knee. Yuan Tan lost his center of gravity and fell to the ground before letting go of his hand.
Cough cough cough.
Yuan Shang's face was pale, and he was coughing while greedily breathing in the fresh air. At that moment, his face was the color of pig liver.
Yuan Shang, who felt like he had walked through the gates of hell, ran directly behind Zhao Yun, pointed at Yuan Tan and cursed: "Kill him! Kill him!"
Zhao Yun himself is also very puzzled. You are brothers. Why are you all in such a situation, and you are still killing each other?
Yuan Tan, who was kneeling on the ground with his hands tied, looked ferocious and roared hysterically, "Yuan Shang! If you are still a member of the Yuan family, you should commit suicide! As long as both of us die here, the powerful families in the North will support the second brother's rise to power. Yuan Shang!" There is still a chance for the family to rise!
If you are willing to be a puppet and marry someone else, your father’s spirit in heaven will not recognize you as a worthless son!
Yuan Shang! quick! Suicide, I'll wait for you on the road! "
After roaring, Yuan Tan's expression deepened, as if he had used a lot of strength. Then blood drooled from the corners of his mouth, his eyes widened, and his pupils slowly spread after converging.
He. He actually bit his tongue and committed suicide.
This scene made everyone present look at each other with admiration in their eyes.
Lin Mo sighed, leaned down and glanced at his wide eyes. Not wanting him to die in silence, he turned to the sergeant and said, "Have a good burial."
"Here!"
In the past, Lin Mo always thought that he was just more cunning than Yuan Shang and more ambitious than Yuan Xi, but the scene just now made Lin Mo look at him with admiration.
He is a hero and truly has the demeanor of Yuan Shao back then.
Even in a desperate situation, he didn't have a trace of fear. He only wanted to save the lives of the soldiers around him.
And he was very smart and asked to see Yuan Shang one last time, but he didn't do it to vent his personal anger, he just wanted to preserve the Yuan family's foundation.
He was right, as long as both of them died here, Lin Mo's plan would be completely disrupted.
Because even at this moment, the Yuan family's heritage is still not something he can eat whenever he wants.
Otherwise, he wouldn't have gone to great lengths to kidnap the Yuan family's heirs to command the Northern Kingdom.
A true warrior is one who dares to face the bleak life and faces the dripping blood.
Yuan Tan, he is a respectable hero.
It's a pity that Yuan Shang didn't have the same courage as him. After listening to his exhortations before his death, he didn't really bite his tongue and commit suicide. Instead, he looked at Yuan Tan's body. First, his eyes shone with light, and then he looked at everyone in horror. , somewhat at a loss.
It is really regrettable. If Yuan Shao had established Yuan Tan as his heir apparent early on, the Northern Kingdom would be beyond the reach of ordinary people.
They even have the ability to counterattack the Central Plains again.
But this is life, there are always people who are happy and there are always people who are worried, there are never ifs.
The cowardice shown by Yuan Shang may make both Yuan Tan and Yuan Shao die in silence, but for Lin Mo, it is a good thing.
He is so afraid of death that it should be much easier to control him in the future than Cao Cao holding Liu Xie hostage.
The North Country is decided!
(End of chapter)
