Chengdu, in the imperial city.

Liu Bang had already returned first, and he was extremely lucky to have escaped. If it had been a little later, he might have died in Wang Can's hands and would not have been able to escape.

This time, thanks to Xia Houying.

If Xia Houying hadn't stayed, the consequences would have been disastrous.

In the main hall.

Liu Bang, Xiao He, and Zhang Liang were discussing matters and talking about the upcoming situation. After hearing the current situation in Chengdu and Shu County, Liu Bang sighed and said: "The situation is not good, and there is nothing we can do about it. Now, we can only hold on to it."

.I just don’t know whether Xia Houying can withdraw smoothly."

Xiao He said: "Your Majesty, don't worry, General Xiahou will definitely return safely."

Liu Bang asked: "Why?"

Xiao He said: "Because the person responsible for robbing and killing Xia Houying is most likely Han Xin. Since it is Han Xin, based on Han Xin's nature, it is impossible to kill Xia Houying. He will repay the favor first and bypass Xia Houying this time."

"yes!"

Liu Bang's eyes lit up and he was overjoyed.

With Xia Houying here, he had an additional general under his command.

Now that Han Xin, Peng Yue, Yingbu, Zang Tu and others have betrayed, coupled with the tragic death of Guan Ying, Fan Kuai has fallen into the hands of Cao Cao. Now the situation of the Han Dynasty is that there are no generals available. It is of great significance for Liu Bang to save one general.

Metaphor.

Liu Bang rubbed his hands and said, "I hope Xia Houying can come back soon!"

Xiao He changed the topic and continued: "Your Majesty, in view of the lack of good generals now, I promoted two people. One is Huo Qubing and the other is Li Guang. These two people have appeared when they attacked Tianshui and are very experienced.

.Especially these two people, whether it is martial arts or the ability to lead an army, they are more than adequate."

Liu Bang flicked his sleeves and said, "You just have to arrange it."

Xiao He said: "Your Majesty is wise!"

"Report!"

Outside the main hall, the voice of a chamberlain came.

I saw a chamberlain enter quickly, bowed and saluted Liu Bang, and said: "Your Majesty, Master Shusun has returned from the Tang Dynasty."

"Xuan!"

Liu Bang gave an order.

At this moment, Liu Bang felt a little uneasy in his heart.

Is Li Shimin willing to send troops?

Now that the Han Dynasty is in crisis, the only one who can really help Liu Bang is Li Shimin, because only Li Tang borders the Han Dynasty. Although turning to Ying Zheng behind him, or turning to other countries, can indirectly help, but it cannot be solved by water.

Near fire.

Liu Bang is in urgent need of help now.

Otherwise, Liu Bang will fall into Wang Can's hands and become Wang Can's prisoner.

Not long after, Shusun Tong entered with small steps. He bowed and bowed to Liu Bang, and said seriously: "Your Majesty, I have returned from my mission to the Tang Dynasty and I have come here to report back to your Majesty."

Liu Bang stood up abruptly and asked quickly: "Shusun Tong, what is the final result?"

Shusun Tong said: "Reporting to Your Majesty, Li Shimin has agreed to send troops, and has sent General Li Jing of the Tang Dynasty to lead the troops, taking the water route from Xiangyang to the capital. In addition, General Li Ji will also be sent to attack Bajun."

"Okay, okay, okay!"

Liu Bang said three good words in a row.

At this moment, Liu Bang could finally breathe a sigh of relief. With his own strength alone, he realized that he could not stop Wang Can.

Only with Li Shimin's help can we hold on to Guo Zuo.

Xiao He was extremely calm. He thought for a moment and then asked: "Uncle Sun Gong, although Li Shimin agreed to send troops, what are his conditions?"

When Liu Bang heard this, he quickly said: "Yes, yes, what are Li Shimin's conditions?"

Shusuntong replied: "Li Shimin's condition is to cede Ba County. Since Ba County has fallen into the hands of Zang Tu, we can no longer control Ba County, so I agreed to Li Shimin's conditions."

When Liu Bang heard this, he frowned immediately.

Buck County!

This is the most important county. Losing Ba County is equivalent to losing an important town.

He is heartbroken!

Liu Bang looked up at Shusun Tong, and couldn't help but sigh when he thought that Shusun Tong had already agreed. He was really unwilling to give in, but he also knew that if he didn't come up with some practical conditions and wanted Li Shimin's assistance, he would not be able to help him.

That is impossible.

"That's all, that's all. It's not bad to get Li Shimin's support. At least, hold on to my big man Guo Zuo first. After he recovers, we can then consider taking back Ba County."

Liu Bang gritted his teeth and answered.

In his heart, although Bajun is lost now, as long as Wang Can is blocked, Bajun can be regained at any time.

This is his cognition and attitude.

When Shusun Tong heard Liu Bang's words, he breathed a sigh of relief and said: "Your Majesty is wise!"

Xiao He said: "It's good for Li Jing to come by water. I hope Li Jing's army can arrive one day early. According to the current situation, I am afraid that in two days, Wang Can's army will approach the city. If Wang Can's army

Go faster and the time will be shorter."

Zhang Liang said: "The deployment of defenses in the city is extremely critical. Right now, we must deploy defenses as soon as possible."

Xiao He said: "Don't worry, Zifang, I have arranged everything. I have reinforced the four walls of Chengdu. Not only that, I have also arranged many catapults and other defensive equipment to facilitate the garrison.

"

Zhang Liang nodded and stopped talking.

"Report!"

At this time, another chamberlain shouted outside the hall.

Liu Bang said: "Come in!"

After the chamberlain entered, he stood bowed and reported: "Your Majesty, General Xia Houying is back. He is asking for an audience outside the palace."

"Xuan!"

Liu Bang gave an order.

When he heard Xia Houying's return, a smile appeared on his face.

Xia Houying is back!

Liu Bang looked at the door of the hall with a look of expectation in his eyes. After a while, he saw Xia Houying striding in wearing armor and holding a helmet in his left hand. He walked to the center of the hall, knelt down on one knee and said, "Your Majesty, Xia Houying

, pay homage to His Majesty!”

"Xiahou, get up quickly!"

Liu Bang gave an order.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Xia Houying thanked him and stood up.

Although Liu Bang knew the reason for Xia Houying's return, he still asked: "Xiahou, how did you escape?"

Xia Houying did not hide anything and said directly: "When I retreated, I encountered an ambush by Han Xin. At that time, Han Xin saw that the last general was leading the army, so he allowed the last general to leave. However, Han Xin said that he was repaying the kindness of the past. From now on.

If we meet again, we will be enemies of life and death."

"Hmph, Han Xin is such a thief."

Liu Bang gritted his teeth and said: "After I defeat Wang Can and capture Han Xin, I will make Han Xin's life worse than death."

In Liu Bang's heart, he was extremely resentful of Han Xin.

He hated Han Xin for betraying him.

He hates Han Xin for helping Wang Can.

Liu Bang said seriously: "Now that Xiahou is back, Xiahou, I will leave it to you to be responsible for the defense of Chengdu. You have full authority to coordinate the army and deploy the defense as soon as possible. Only you have personally fought against Wang Can. You know how powerful Wang Can is. You must

We must arrange a good defense. Wang Can must not be allowed to enter Chengdu."

"I obey!"

Xia Houying immediately agreed.

At this moment, Liu Bang saw that Xia Houying had returned and Li Tang had also sent troops, and he finally felt relieved.

He waved his hand and said: "Everything has been arranged properly. All the gentlemen, please go down."

"Here!"

Everyone left together.
To be continued...