After Zhou Shi asked for troops, he left Chen County and marched towards Suiyang. He recruited troops and horses near Suiyang to expand his power. He also sold off some of Zhou Shi's assets in Suiyang to expand military supplies. At this time, Zhou Shi developed all the way north.

, in the Henan area, things were booming, and there were more than 20 battles, big and small, with more victories than fewer defeats.

Moreover, Zhou Shi frequently moved in Dongjun and Jibei County, and many county towns heard the news and begged for surrender. Zhou Shi also expanded from the initial 3,000 soldiers and horses to 13,000 people, standing out from the crowd and rising in Jibei County.

At this time, under Licheng, Zhang Chu's army in Zhou City was divided into three large formations, with the two formations on the left and right being the wings, and the main formation in the middle. There were 9,000 soldiers and horses, mostly infantry, holding long guns and glaring at Licheng.

Red flags of Zhang Chu fluttered in the wind. In the middle was the highest flag, with the word "zhou" written on it. In front of the flag, Zhou Shi stood on horseback. Beside him, there was Chen Ping on the left and Li Yan on the right.

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At this time, ten people on the left and right wings were carrying a ladder. They were waiting for the order to charge. Behind them, five hundred archers were also ready to attack. The shield soldiers had already raised their wooden shields horizontally to provide cover for the ladder.

At this moment, the war is about to break out.

I don't know how much time passed, Zhou Shi slowly raised his right hand, the roaring war drums slowly beat, Zhang Chujun all raised their weapons, shouting for power, the two wings of the army and horses also rushed forward at this moment, shouting, and low-pitching horns

The sound broke out at once, and the war began.

On Licheng, five thousand defenders were standing ready. They had already made preparations to defend the city. As early as half a month ago, when Zhou Shi entered Jibei County, they had already guessed that one day, Licheng would become a land and water fortress.

It is a battleground for military strategists.

At this time, He Yongxian, the guard of Licheng, stood on the tower and stared into the distance. At this moment, Zhang Chu's army finally launched an attack. The enemy troops surged forward like a tsunami, getting closer and closer. Soon, Zhang Chu's army finally entered the Qin army.

Within the attack range, He Yongxian raised his right hand and shouted loudly: "Arrow!"

On the city tower, heavy crossbow beds, bows and arrows, and crossbow arrows were fired at the same time. A burst of shrill screams suddenly sounded from below the city tower, but Zhang Chujun did not stop the attack. They still rushed towards Licheng.

Many wooden shields could not withstand the powerful crossbow arrows of the Qin army and were shot through. Some of the crossbow arrows killed three people in a row and impaled them to death. However, this did not scare the powerful Zhang Chujun. They still rushed forward regardless of their own safety.

, just for the dream in my heart, just for Zhou Shi’s words, to regain the Wei Dynasty.

"Boom...boom..." There were loud noises one after another. The ladder was set up on the top of the city, and its barb hooked the wall. Zhang Chujun held up a wooden shield and began to slowly climb the city. On the other side, Chen Ping and Li Yan had already

Drawing their swords in their hands, they swung forward and said in unison: "Kill!"

The main force of Zhang Chu's army finally broke out. Nearly five thousand infantrymen rushed forward and launched a final wave of fierce attacks on Licheng.

On the city tower, the Qin army suffered heavy casualties. No matter how they defended themselves and kept throwing down rolling logs and thunder stones, they could not stop Zhang Chu's attack. Zhang Chu's army kept climbing up the city and attacking the Qin army. The Qin army was 30% to 50%.

They surrounded and attacked the soldiers of Zhang Chu's army. At first, the strength of the two sides was very different, and Zhang Chu's army suffered heavy casualties. However, in the later period, more and more Zhang Chu's troops staggered to the tower, and the Qin army began to lose strength, and some even turned around and fled.

On the other hand, He Yongxian had already taken part in the battle with his sword in hand. More and more Zhang Chu troops rushed to the city. He knew very well that Licheng might not be able to hold it, but his persistent belief and loyalty to Qin

As a result, He Yongxian did not abandon Licheng and escaped alone. At this time, he had killed more than ten people, and Zhang Chujun, who was constantly swarming up the city, began to surround him.

But He Yongxian was not afraid. He still fought desperately. Suddenly, a long spear pierced He Yongxian's back. The huge pain made He Yongxian stagger and half-knelt down. But at this moment, swarms of people swarmed him.

The incoming arrow instantly engulfed He Yongxian.

He Yongxian turned into a hedgehog and fell in a pool of blood covered with arrows.

Flags of the Qin army were pulled out one after another, thrown under the city, or thrown into the fire. The raging fire was still spreading, but Zhang Chu's army had already captured the city tower and opened the city gate, accompanied by "only quack!"

With a dull sound, the south gate of Licheng County was opened. When Zhou Shi saw that the city had been destroyed, he couldn't help but laugh, waved his sword and shouted: "Follow me and fight in."

More than 3,000 Zhang Chu troops followed Zhou Shi and galloped towards Licheng on horseback.

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Di County is located in the west of Linzi County, adjacent to the Ji River. It is the first line of defense for the Zhou army to enter Linzi County. At this time, an urgent letter has been delivered to the desk of Xu Yuan, the magistrate of Di County. Next to the letter,

There is also a wooden box. In the box, there is a human head filled with white ash. This head belongs to He Yongxian, the guard of Licheng.

At this time, Xu Yuan was extremely depressed. This letter was a letter from Zhoushi to Di County to persuade him to surrender. If Di County refused to surrender after half a month, Zhoushi would send his army eastward, crush Di County and march towards Linzi.

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It can be said that Linzi belongs to the capital of Qi State and is the place of Qi. If Zhou Shi only wanted to restore Wei, he could have marched westward, crossed the Yellow River, and marched into Hanoi, but he instead marched eastward. What was the purpose of this?

Xu Yuan thought hard for a moment. He really didn't have any clue. Should he fight? Surrender? It all depended on his own thoughts.

But no matter what, Xu Yuan was unwilling to surrender to the rebels, but the huge Licheng could not defend itself. Can his own small Di County resist Zhou Shi's army?

Xu Yuan let out a long sigh and paced around the house. At this time, the county magistrate, who was silent all the time, sighed: "I heard that the bandit army has been very strong in the past two years. They have broken through Hangu Pass and entered the pass. Da Qin can

Whether we can survive this disaster or not is unknown, so it’s better to..."

As soon as he finished speaking, Xu Yuan waved his hands impatiently and sighed: "If the Qin Dynasty has died, I don't have to worry so much. But the Qin Dynasty still exists, how can I betray my country and seek glory?"

When Xu Yuan said this, he looked at the county magistrate and said: "Besides, the bandit army has never been moral. They like to kill officials and show their power. If I surrender, can I still keep my head?"

The county magistrate heard the blame in Xu Yuan's words. He did not dare to persuade him any more, so he bowed his head and remained silent. The room fell into silence again.

At this time, the soldiers outside the gate shouted: "The city guard Tian Dan has arrived."

A middle-aged officer walked in quickly. He was wearing leather armor and had a sword at his waist. At this time, he had come to Xu Yuan and knelt down on one knee: "Greetings to the county magistrate, greetings to the county magistrate."

Seeing Tian Dan coming, Xu Yuan smiled and nodded: "Get up."

Tian Dan stood up and said in a deep voice: "Sir, why are you so anxious to come to me?"

Xu Yuan pointed to the wooden box on the table and sighed: "Go and take a look."

Tian Dan followed Xu Yuan's gaze and saw a wooden box that was very conspicuous. He walked over and opened it to see that it was a withered head. Next to the wooden box, there was a letter. He opened the bamboo slip and read it.

I couldn't help but wonder: "Are the bandits going to attack Di County?"

Xu Yuan nodded and said bitterly: "What a shame, our Di County garrison has less than a thousand soldiers. It's too difficult to retreat from the enemy..."

Xu Yuan sighed again, and there was a brief silence in the room. Zhou Shi and Tian Dan stared at Xu Yuan and said softly: "Sir, what do you need me to do?"

Xu Yuan looked at the county magistrate, then at Tian Dan, and said resolutely: "Recruit the people immediately, go to the city to garrison, and don't give the bandits any chance!"

"Are you really ready to defend to the death?" Tian Dan asked again, and Xu Yuan nodded resolutely: "I want to live and die with Di County."

Tian Dan stopped asking. He looked at the county magistrate and saw that he nodded in agreement. Tian Dan turned around and walked quickly outside the house.

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Back home, it was already sunset. Tian Dan strode into the front hall and threw his sword on the table. The fatigue of the day also surged through his body. Tian Dan sat on the soft mat, half leaning on the table.

, fell into deep thought.

The Qi State once dominated the land of Shandong for generations. It was so powerful and magnificent. However, after the rise of the Qin Dynasty, the six countries were gradually swallowed up, and the Qi State also disappeared with the intrusion of the Qin State.

But now, Zhou Shi conquered Wei and military ministers conquered Zhao, all looking for their own foundation. However, as a descendant of the Qi royal family, he could not serve the country with his own life and revitalize Qi, so he could only lament here alone.

Tian Dan knocked on the desk angrily, and with a "bang" sound, Tian Shi, who had just walked into the front hall, was startled. He looked at Tian Dan, who was half leaning on the desk, and said softly: "Father, what's going on today?"

Already?"

Only then did Tian Dan realize that his son Tian Shi had arrived. He lazily sat up, pointed to the soft mat opposite, and said with a smile: "Sit down."

Tian Shi walked over and sat down. At this time, Tian Dan sighed: "Zhang Chu's army has already reached Licheng, and Licheng's guard He Yongxian was killed in the battle. Soon, Zhang Chu's army will continue to advance eastward and march towards Di County.

The county magistrate asked me to recruit troops to defend the city, and I am worried about this matter."

When Tian Shi saw his father saying this, he couldn't help but wonder: "Is father in trouble? Do you need my help?"

Seeing his son say this, Tian Dan couldn't help but smile bitterly. Only he could understand the anguish in his heart. I'm afraid Tian Shi couldn't understand it. Moreover, regaining Qi State was just an unattainable dream. How to protect Di County?

This is the most urgent problem that needs to be solved.

When Tian Dan was hesitating, Tian Shi said again: "Father, why don't you invite uncles Tian Rong and Tian Heng to come and discuss it? Maybe they will have a solution."

His son's words reminded Tian Dan who was helpless. His eyes lit up and he couldn't help but smile: "If you don't tell me, I'll forget about it. Go and invite them to the mansion. Just say that I have something important to discuss."

Tian Shi made a promise and stood up to leave. At this time, Tian Dan wandered for a few steps in the house and fell into deep thought again.

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The side room of Tian Mansion is an extremely secretive room. Apart from Tian Dan and his son, only Tian Heng and Tian Rong have been here. At this time, Tian Dan, Tian Heng and Tian Rong were sitting around the small table, trapped in each other.

meditation.

Tian Dan had just expressed his thoughts, and the two of them strongly agreed to regain Qi, which was also their dream.

But after all, Di County is not in the hands of everyone. How can they regain Qi State?

Leave Di County and develop elsewhere? That is not the best way. Moreover, how can we get the response from Qi people?
Chapter completed!