Zhang Han suddenly returned to Chenliu and garrisoned the city. Rumors spread all over the place. Some said that Zhang Han wanted to invade Wei and was reorganizing his troops in Chenliu to prepare for war. Others said that Zhang Han was short of food and grass and wanted to rest in Chenliu. Half a month later, I ate in Aocang.

In short, there are different opinions and each has its own explanation.

At this time, everyone gathered in the county government office. They all had their own explanations for why Zhang Han returned to the army and Chen Liu. When Xiang Liang mentioned the idea of ​​marching westward, some opposed it and some supported it.

In Xiang Liang's heart, he is eager to advance westward. At least, the morale of the Chu army is high at this time. Although Zhujishi and Yu Fanjun were defeated by Zhang Han before, this does not affect the morale of the Chu army. At least, for now, Xiang Liang Liang believed that he had the strength to fight,

Xiang Bo on the side sighed softly. He supported Xiang Liang's decision to march westward. The main reason was that Zhang Liang came to him at night and told him a lot about the benefits of marching westward. Xiang Bo was a person with no independent opinions. After listening to Zhang Liang's words, he became more determined to march westward. When everyone's eyes were fixed on him, Xiang Bo said in a deep voice: "Zhanghan is short of food and grass, and the troops are stationed in Chenliu, and their morale is low. It is a good time for us to march westward." The opportunity, I think the second brother must not miss the opportunity, I agree with the westward expansion,"

As soon as Xiang Bo finished speaking, a follower outside the door shouted loudly: "Report, urgent military information,"

A personal follower walked in quickly, came to everyone, and said with cupped hands: "General, the frontline scouts have sent back news that Xiangcheng has been secured, and General Xiang Yu is on his way back to the army at this time, but..."

When the attendant said this, he hesitated slightly. Xiang Liang looked at the attendant and said displeased: "But what?"

"However, because General Xiang Yu could not capture Xiangcheng for a long time, he ordered his soldiers to massacre the city. I heard that General Xiang Yu massacred more than 7,000 households in Xiangcheng." After the follower finished speaking, Xiang Bo shouted angrily: "Yuer How can this be so? I have been a general in the Xiang family for generations and have never heard of such a violent person. Second brother, you must punish Yu'er severely for this matter."

Xiang Bo's words touched Xiang Liang's heart. It was indeed wrong for Xiang Yu to massacre the people. But imagine how many people can do no wrong in the troubled times.

At this time, Xiang Liang did not want to continue discussing this topic. He waved his hand to his followers and left with a promise. At this time, Xiang Liang looked at everyone and sighed: "It is indeed wrong for Yu'er to massacre the people, but At present, the enemy is facing us. Zhang Handan and Chen Liu are stationed on the road of our army's westward advance. A big battle is inevitable, so I am not ready to punish Yu'er for the time being."

After finishing speaking, Xiang Liang came to the map and said: "Liu Bang has recaptured Pei County and is on his way north. If Yu'er also returns to the army, our troops can reach more than 100,000 people. One hundred thousand elites will face the 400,000 Qin army. Although The numbers are slightly insufficient, but our Chu soldiers are brave and can fight one against ten. Therefore, we must win this battle and the westward advance is settled."

As soon as Xiang Liang finished speaking, a report from one of his followers sounded outside the door: "General, Pei Gong Liu Bang is outside asking for an audience."

"He's so fast," Xiang Liang couldn't help but be surprised. It can be said that he sent a letter to mobilize Liu Bang to go north, and Liu Bang had already arrived in just two days. This made Xiang Liang extremely satisfied with Liu Bang. At this time, he was already He ordered: "Let him come in,"

Not long after, Liu Bang led the generals into the living room, went straight to Xiang Liang and said, "Liu Bang has met the general,"

"We are all members of our own family. General Liu does not need to be so polite," Xiang Liang laughed heartily and added, "We are discussing the matter of marching westward, and General Liu comes back just in time."

Xiang Liang made a gesture to please sit down, and one of his followers came forward and added a soft seat. Liu Bang walked over and sat down. At this time, another follower announced outside the door: "General Xiang Yu has returned. Seeking an audience outside,"

"Hahaha, let him in," Xiang Yu also came back so quickly. Could it be that they knew the news that they were going west?

Xiang Liang was overjoyed. This way, he could send troops to Chenliu in advance to fight Zhang Han. While Xiang Liang was meditating, Xiang Yu and his generals walked in quickly and came to Xiang Liang, kneeling on one knee. Kneeling down, he cupped his hands and said: "Xiang Yu wishes to express his condolences to my uncle. During this period, Xiang Yu is not with my uncle, so he is worried about me."

When Xiang Liang saw Xiang Yu, he was happy in his heart, but he had to pretend to be angry on his face and scolded: "You can just capture Xiangcheng. Why do you want to kill the people in the city in anger? Just imagine what the people are guilty of."

"Xiang Yu is guilty," Xiang Yu once again handed over his hand to apologize. In the Xiang family, the only person Xiang Yu feared the most was Xiang Liang. At this time, Xiang Liang scolded him, but Xiang Yu did not dare to refute. He just lowered his head and said nothing. Xiang Liang scolded him a few more words, and then He asked Xiang Yu to stand up. At this time, his entourage added another soft seat, and Xiang Yu sat back down in his seat. At this time, he saw Liu Bang beside him, and couldn't help but smile and cup his hands. Liu Bang also returned the salute.

Since ancient times, heroes have shown sympathy to each other when meeting heroes. Xiang Bo beside him smiled and introduced: "This is Pei Gong, a powerful person in Pei County. Now he has defected to our army. Yu'er must treat him well."

Knowing that Xiang Yu had a violent temper, he was afraid that he would not be able to tolerate Liu Bang, but when Xiang Yu saw Liu Bang for the first time, he felt that Liu Bang was a trustworthy person. At this time, everyone sat down, Xiang Liang's eyes wandered around everyone, and after a while, he ordered Said: "This time when we march westward, we will directly fight against Zhang Han's main force, one hundred thousand against four hundred thousand. The generals must not underestimate the enemy. They should listen to the unified dispatch of the Chinese army and make no mistakes. If Zhang Han is defeated, we can directly attack Hangu." close,"

Everyone raised their hands to sing the promise. At this time, Zhang Liang raised his hands and said: "Since ancient times, the master has always been a strong performer and a senior man. Only when his name is just and right can he defeat the rebellious ministers. I suggest that Liang Gong inherit the throne of Chu King, ascend the altar and be granted the title of general. We will surely die, the Qin army can decide in one battle,"

Zhang Liang's proposal touched the hearts of many people, especially Xiang Yu. He hurriedly stood up and cupped his hands and said: "Yes, yes, yes, I agree with my uncle becoming king."

In fact, Xiang Liang also wanted to be the king of Chu. At this time, someone gave him a step, and Xiang Liang had to show his attitude: "My Xiang family is the descendant of the generals of the Chu Kingdom. How can we usurp the throne? This is absolutely impossible, absolutely impossible."

Xiang Liang waved his hands repeatedly. On the side, Xiang Bolang said with a smile: "Why should second brother be so cautious? Since my Xiang family raised troops in Jiangdong, there have been countless battles and recaptures of Chu. Now that the people of Chu have returned, why should second brother hesitate?"

"Please take the throne, General..." Everyone stood up and asked for orders.

Xiang Liang was still hesitating. He paced back and forth in the room, weighing the pros and cons. On the side, Zhang Liang showed an imperceptible smile. Soon, Zhang Liang glanced at Liu Bang, and both Liu Bang smiled knowingly.

Xiang Liang is still hesitating about ascending to the throne of Chu and rectifying his title. Xiang Liang has thought about this issue countless times, but today this matter suddenly came up on the agenda. Xiang Liang is really undecided. Just when Xiang Liang Liang was pacing back and forth, wondering whether he should agree or not. Another person walked in quickly outside the door, holding a bamboo slip in his hand, handed it to Xiang Liang, and said loudly: "There is an old man outside the door, who calls himself Fan Zeng. Please see the general,"

Xiang Liang was surprised, who is Fan Zeng?

He took the bamboo slip and took a quick look at it. There were only a few words on it, 'I came here for the rise and fall of the Kingdom of Chu'.

Xiang Liang couldn't help but be surprised. He came here because of the rise and fall of the Chu Kingdom. Could it be that someone here had a clever plan to defeat the Qin army? Xiang Liang did not dare to neglect and immediately ordered: "Bring him in."

About a cup of tea later, Fan Zeng was personally escorted in. He had a childish face and flowing white hair. He was an old man in his seventies, but he was in excellent health and walking was not very strenuous. At this age, Fan Zeng's The physique is pretty good,

He walked up to Xiang Liang, cupped his hands and said, "My servant Fan Zeng, I have met General Xiang Liang."

Seeing that Fan Zeng was old, Xiang Liang felt a little contempt in his heart, but he didn't dare to show it on his face. He cupped his hands and said, "Mr. Fan is old, please sit down and chat."

Fan Zeng cupped his hands and thanked him, and personally brought him a soft mat. Fan Zeng sat down. After a brief thought, Fan Zeng went straight to the topic and sighed: "General, I came today to pay a personal visit to the king of Chu. I hope General Xiang Liang will listen to me." One word can save Chu from danger and overthrow Qin from fire and water. If the general insists on proclaiming himself king, defeat is imminent."

Xiang Liang was slightly unhappy when he heard Fan Zeng's alarmist remarks, and said in surprise: "Why did Mr. Fan say this?"

Fan Zeng could see Xiang Liang's displeasure, but he didn't pay attention to it. He just said in a deep voice: "The royal family with the surname 'Mi' has governed the Chu Kingdom for a long time. From a barbarian state to a huge country, and then to the struggle for The Five Hegemons of the Spring and Autumn Period of the Central Plains, and the Seven Declined Heroes of the Warring States Period, the surname Mi has been deeply rooted in the hearts of the Chu people, whether it is thousands of generations or ten thousand generations."

"Although the general has hundreds of thousands of troops and is powerful, with brave generals and cunning advisers, it is difficult for him to replace the throne as a brave man." When he said this, Fan Zeng glanced at everyone present and said He continued: "Besides, Zhang Han has an army of 400,000, and his momentum is huge. His officers and soldiers will die, and it cannot be won overnight. Moreover, Zhang Han's name is just and true, and he has been ordered by the king to disobey his subordinates. But once the general proclaims himself king, his character changes." , the soldiers learned that the general only wanted to usurp the throne and called on all parties. All the coalition forces stopped moving forward. The soldiers returned home as fast as they could. At that time, the general's broken army faced the Qin army's 400,000 elites. What chance of victory could there be?"

Fan Zeng's words were extremely reasonable, and Xiang Liang felt a little ashamed. At this time, Fan Zeng said again: "I came here this time because I know that a member of the Chu king's family can be regarded as the king of Chu. He has settled people's hearts, and the people's hearts are stable." If the national power is strong, then the territory of Chu will be safe, and if the territory of Chu is safe, the army will be strong, and if the army is strong, the morale will be strong, it will be invincible, and it will be victorious in every battle."

Fan Zeng's words once again moved Xiang Liang. At this time, Xiang Liang no longer thought about becoming king. Fan Zeng's words had completely changed Xiang Liang's inner thoughts. After a long silence, Xiang Liang walked up to Fan Zeng in person. He bowed deeply and said: "Thank you sir for your teaching. I would like to worship you as a military advisor. I also ask you to spare no effort and invite His Highness the King of Chu back for me."

The boy can be taught, and Fan Zeng was very satisfied with Xiang Liang's attitude. He came here this time to be promoted to the King of Chu and to serve the Chu army. At this time, Xiang Liang asked for help, and Fan Zeng couldn't help returning the gift with a smile: "General, I will not give up. I am willing to do it." Follow the Chu army,"

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A few days later, Fan Zeng led Liu Bang and Xiang Yu with an army of five hundred to welcome back the King of Chu who had been living among the people for a long time. His name was Mi Xin. He used to herd sheep at the landlord's house. Until Fan Zeng visited Xiang Liang, Mi Xin's Destiny has to change like this,

To the north of Xue County, the Chu army built an altar, carved seals, ribbons, crowns and other objects. Mi Xin, surrounded by people, ascended the altar and succeeded to the throne, named King Huai of Chu. On the same day, he conferred the title of King Wu'an on Xiang Liang. Fan Zeng was appointed as a staff officer, and Xiang Yu, Liu Bang, Xiang Zhuang, Xiang Bo and dozens of other generals were appointed as generals. On the same day, Mi Xin appointed Chen Ying as Shangzhu State to assist her in handling state affairs and made Xuyi the capital.

Since then, Chu State has entered the orthodox stage. A few days later, Xiang Liang drew up an army plan and reported it to King Huai of Chu. Zhang Liang took the opportunity to report to Mi Xin that he wanted to regain Han and sided with the Chu army. Mi Xin was ordered to do so. Zhang Liang became the Prime Minister of Han, and after assisting the Korean royal family, Han became king and regained the land of Korea.

Three days after Zhang Liang left, Mi Xin and Chen Ying of Shangzhu State led their troops to march eastward towards the capital Xuyi. At this time, Xiang Liang was also ready to march westward and decided to fight Zhang Han.

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Chapter completed!