Chapter 63 Loyalty and Righteousness, Zhao Zilong (Read more, vote for votes)
After Zhao Yun's relief, Chen Dao couldn't help laughing.
He jumped off the horse, then pulled Zhao Yun on the horse to the open space in the school ground, and the two of them sat up directly on the ground.
Chen Dao took out the wine bottle from his waist and took a sip before throwing it directly to Zhao Yun.
After Zhao Yun took it, he naturally raised his head and drank.
The kettle is not filled with wine, just spring water.
Chen Dao has a strict personality and has given up drinking since he was entrusted with important tasks by Liu Bei.
Now even if his friends meet again, he will not break the precept.
What Liu Bei valued about Chen Dao was his strict character.
Chen Dao looked at Zhao Yun who was looking up to drink water. He remembered the scenes in Xinye in the past, and his face could not help but be full of nostalgia.
Chen Dao said to Zhao Yunyan, "Zilong, do you still remember the days in Xinye?"
Chen Dao's words were full of nostalgia.
And his nostalgia also brought Zhao Yun's thoughts back to that small town.
Although Liu Bei's power was very small at that time, they could often get together because they were in the same city.
Zhao Yun still remembers a place outside Xinye City that is suitable for an outing.
On public holidays, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Chen Dao, Mi Zhu, Mi Fang, Liu Yan, Jian Yong and Sun Qian would go out to play with him.
At that time, as a military general, I was competing in martial arts with Guan Yu and others, while Mi Zhu, Jian Yong and others, who were also scribes, sat on the ground and discussed the classics.
As for Liu Yan and Mi Fang, because they were incompetent in writing and martial arts, they were responsible for grilling meat and food for everyone.
At that time, as the smoke from the barbecue was rising, they felt tired and gathered around the fire to talk about the future and look forward to the future of reviving the Han Dynasty together.
At that time, Mi Yang, Guan Xing, Zhang Bao and Zhao Tong, who were still young, ran around happily and laughed around the smell of meat.
The children's laughter combined with their loud laughter was the most beautiful sound Zhao Yun had ever heard in his life.
Thinking about such a scene now, Zhao Yun's heart will be filled with deep nostalgia.
Unfortunately, as the power of the King of Hanzhong grew stronger, they, who used to share the same ideals, slowly drifted apart, becoming far apart.
Thinking of this, Zhao Yun couldn't help but sigh.
Seeing Zhao Yun sighing, Chen Dao asked Zhao Yun,
"Zilong, are you leaving?"
Hearing Chen Dao's question, Zhao Yun nodded.
"In the great battle in Hanzhong, the Baijie soldiers suffered heavy losses, so the king ordered me to lead the rest of my troops to patrol Yizhou to look for combatable soldiers to replenish the Baijie soldiers.
I've spent a long time in the belly of the fish, and it's time to leave."
"Your Majesty, in less than two years, the Northern Expedition to Yongliang will begin. Before that, I must replenish the troops of the White Guards and train them well."
In fact, what Zhao Yun didn't mention is that during the First Battle of Hanzhong, the Baijie soldiers became famous.
Therefore, Liu Bei ordered him to lead the Baijie soldiers to inspect Yizhou, not only to replenish the troops, but also to use the reputation of the Baijie soldiers to deter unscrupulous people everywhere.
After all, this year's Battle of Hanzhong almost emptied the entire Yizhou.
This caused many local wealthy families in Yizhou to be quite dissatisfied with Liu Bei's rule.
Seeing that Zhao Yun was really leaving, Chen Dao refused to stay. After all, brothers' personal relationship is a trivial matter, while Liu Bei's great cause is a big deal.
Just when Chen Dao was about to ask Zhao Yun when he would set out, Chen Dao's personal guards suddenly came to Chen Dao and reported to him.
"Director Chen, there is a messenger coming from Jingzhou."
When they heard that a messenger was coming from Jingzhou, Chen Dao and Zhao Yun were both shocked.
Jingzhou is under the rule of Guan Yu, and Guan Yu is currently on the Northern Expedition. Could it be that something happened to Jingzhou?
Otherwise, why would Guan Yu send a messenger to the fish's belly?
Chen Dao quickly ordered his personal guards to bring the man in, and this man was the messenger sent by Mi Fang from Jiangling.
I saw Mi Fang's messenger being brought to Chen Dao and Zhao Yun. He immediately cried and knelt down and said to Chen Dao,
"Director Chen, please send troops quickly to support Jiangling."
"Sun Quan from Jiangdong has betrayed his trust and has now sent a large army to surprise Jingzhou.
General Guan's main force is in the north, and there are only a weak garrison in Jiangling City. It is very dangerous!"
After hearing what Mi Fang's messenger said, both Chen Dao and Zhao Yun's expressions changed drastically.
Mi Fang's messenger cried and told his purpose of coming. At the same time, he took out the letter written by Mi Fang from his arms and presented it to Chen Dao.
Chen Dao immediately took the letter and read it. He recognized Mi Fang's handwriting, and there was Mi Fang's seal on the letter as proof.
After confirming that what the messenger said was true, Chen became extremely angry. He looked to the east and angrily said,
"Young thief Sun Quan, you are so shameless!"
This was a rare moment when Chen Dao, who had always been steady and steady, lost his composure.
After confirming the military situation, Zhao Yun immediately asked Mi Fang's messenger,
"Does your master have a horse to report this matter to the king?"
Although Messenger Mi Fang didn't know Zhao Yun, he saw Zhao Yun and Chen Dao standing together and guessed that Zhao Yun's status should be high.
So he replied,
"The messenger to Chengdu, Mi Fujun, has already been sent.
Lord Mifu saw that the area under the jurisdiction of Governor Chen was not far from Jiangling, so he sent a villain to report to Governor Chen in the hope that Governor Chen could send reinforcements to help."
Seeing that a messenger had already rushed to Chengdu, Zhao Yun felt relieved.
But at the same time, he thought of the importance of Jiangling.
If Jiangling is lost and Jingzhou is not saved, Guan Yu will instantly fall into despair and his life will be at risk!
Thinking of this, Zhao Yun immediately said to Chen Dao, "Uncle Zhi, I will send troops into Jing immediately."
Unexpectedly, Chen Dao dissuaded Zhao Yundao, saying, "Zilong can't do it."
"On the order of the king, you led the white soldiers to inspect Yizhou.
The king's orders are in front of you, how can you lead the white soldiers into Jingjing without permission?"
"I should go and support Yun Chang."
"I am stationed in the belly of the fish under the order of the king, and I have the right to act expediently.
Even if the censor later impeaches me for leaving my post without permission, I will not be afraid."
Chen Dao's words were all about Zhao Yun's consideration.
But after hearing this, Zhao Yun said, "No."
"The belly of the fish is an important place connecting Yizhou and Jingzhou. If your troops leave the city, the belly of the fish will easily be taken advantage of by thieves from Jiangdong.
If the fish belly is obtained by Sun Quan, not only will the king’s reinforcements be unable to enter Jing, but the last retreat for the civil and military personnel in Jingzhou will also be cut off!”
"But the Baijie soldiers are all elite in field battles and are not conducive to defending the city.
After entering Jing, I used the strength of the white soldiers in the field to patrol up and down the river, so that the Jiangdong army would not be isolated from the inside and outside of Jingyi.
Therefore, I should go to Jingjing."
Both Chen Dao and Zhao Yun seemed to be vying to go to Jing to support Guan Yu, but they would not say such words as going together.
After all, if Guan Yu wants to save him, he can't throw away the fish belly.
In contrast, as Zhao Yun said, it is more appropriate for him to go now.
However, Chen Dao was still worried that without Liu Bei's order, Zhao Yun would privately lead the Bailian troops into Jing, which would lead to him being impeached by the imperial censor in the future.
Zhao Yun was also aware of Chen Dao's worries. Facing Chen Dao's worried expression, Zhao Yun replied with enthusiasm,
"I have been following your Majesty for decades. I know your Majesty and your Majesty knows your ministers. Your Majesty will never doubt me."
"Although we have few soldiers, the country is in danger and our brothers are in trouble. Our righteousness lies in our hearts. Even if we die nine times and we still have no regrets, why should we fear mere impeachment?"
"Even if I have to bear responsibility for this matter in the future, as long as there is nothing wrong with Jingzhou and Yunchang, I will feel at ease."
"Uncle, don't say anything more. Just give me a month of food and grass."
Seeing Zhao Yun's firm attitude, and thinking that he really had to bear the heavy responsibility and couldn't leave it for a while, Chen Dao sighed and could only agree to Zhao Yun's request.
"When will Zilong set off?"
"For the sake of the country and personal interests, we must act quickly."
Zhao Yun's tone was full of determination.
(End of chapter)
This chapter has been completed!