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Chapter 31

Xiang Zhuang's sudden attack made the situation suddenly tense. The atmosphere in the tent was also tense. Fan Kuai and others glared at Xiang Zhuang, holding their right hands on the hilts of their swords. This scene was seen by Xiang Bo, who was also a guest. He thought. After a moment, he stood up and scolded: "Zhuang'er, you must not be unreasonable in the Han camp."

Xiang Bo deliberately emphasized the word "Han Ying". This was to remind Xiang Zhuang that he had to lower his head when he was under the eaves. But Xiang Zhuang came prepared. He also knew that Han Xin had no intention of following the Chu army. It was impossible for him to change anything. He originally planned to secretly send an assassin to assassinate Han Xin, but Zhang Liang stepped in and secretly moved Han Xin away. And he placed him in Liu Bang's camp.

But thinking about the secret crossing to Chencang later, Xiang Zhuang's heart was somewhat difficult to balance. Han Xin was like a thorn stuck in his throat. He couldn't swallow it or pull it out. The pain he caused could not be expressed in words, nor could it be eradicated with external force. But this At that time, Han Xin was the thorn in his throat.

Xiao He on the side was stunned for a moment. He immediately realized that Xiangzhuang could not have been invented out of thin air. I am afraid that Han Xin was really in the camp. And Han Xin and Xiao He knew about it. Especially in the battle of Fengyi, Han Xin's plan was perfect. This This made Xiao He look at Han Xin differently. Seeing the tense atmosphere, he immediately stood up and said with a smile: "General Xiangzhuang, you have misunderstood this matter. Han Xin has never come to my camp. All the registration lists are in my hands. General Ruo If you don’t believe me, you can ask Kong Ji to go with me to the branch account. I’d like to let you check them one by one.”

Xiao He's tact immediately reversed the embarrassing situation. Liu Bang also nodded and smiled: "Since my dear brother thinks that someone is in my camp, you can check it out."

It is a good strategy to retreat to advance. It is not convenient for Xiang Zhuang to make things too bad. If God decides to let Han Xin join Liu Bang, how can he fight with God? Besides, when Chu and Han compete for supremacy, he may not be defeated by Han Xin. .It’s better to be more generous and forget it.

"Hahaha. General Liu. I think this is indeed a misunderstanding. I just heard about it. Don't mention it again." Xiang Zhuang smiled. He picked up the wine glass and said, "In order to apologize, I will do it first. Out of respect."

After Xiang Zhuang raised his neck and drank the wine from the cup, he turned the mouth of the cup down. He looked at the people in the tent and said with cupped hands: "I will personally send General Liu to Shu tomorrow. Then I will take the road to Jiangling and return to Jiangdong. This time No. I hope we can see each other soon."

"Haha. You're welcome, dear brother." Liu Bang replied with a smile. Seeing that Xiang Zhuang had already decided to leave, he stood up and took Xiang Zhuang's hand and said, "If Han Xin is really in our army, I will personally deliver him to him." your."

"It's up to him whether to go or stay. General Liu, don't take it seriously." Xiang Zhuang said perfunctorily and walked out of the tent with Liu Bang.



After seeing off Xiang Zhuang, Liu Bang drank wine very late with Xiang Bo again. By the time he saw off Xiang Bo, it was already late at night. At this time, everyone had returned to camp. Only Zhang Liang, Xiao He and Li Shiqi did not leave. .Three counselors gathered around the charcoal pot, warming themselves quietly over the fire.

After being silent for a long time, Liu Bang looked at Zhang Liang and asked dubiously: "Is Han Xin really in the military camp?"

"Yes." Zhang Liang nodded. Liu Bang didn't seem to care. He asked again: "This time Xiang Zhuang and Xiang Bo came. It's obvious that Xiang Yu wants to spy on me. Could it be that I, Liu Bang, could have escaped halfway?"

Liu Bang was obviously very angry. The veins on his face were popping. Li Shiqi, who was standing beside him, cupped his hands and said with a smile: "The more carefully Xiang Yu does it, the more he fears you. This is a good thing. General Liu might as well look at this matter from another angle."

After a pause, Zhang Liang continued: "Besides, Xiang Zhuang is a true hero. He is so afraid of Han Xin. It is conceivable that Han Xin is not a person who has gained a reputation in vain. Why doesn't General Liu make an exception and promote him?"

"Sigh. This matter needs to be considered in the long term. If it is done too blatantly now, I am afraid it will arouse Xiang Zhuang's doubts. The army is about to enter Shu. Before that, I don't want to provoke conflicts."

Liu Bang's worries are not unreasonable. Zhang Liang knows that it is not appropriate to say anything more at the moment. Xiao He on the side has long wanted to say something. Seeing that the two are discussing, it is inconvenient to participate and remains silent. At this time, both of them are silent. Xiao He Nai cupped his hands and said: "This time my lord is moving south. Many people are supporting the old and young and vying to follow. I think, lord, why not separate an army to escort the people to move to Hanzhong. The people are the foundation of the country. Please don't lose this, lord." Second opportunity."

"How does Zifang view this matter?" Liu Bang was not in a hurry to reply to Xiao He. He turned to Zhang Liang. Although Zhang Liang was holding a tea cup at this time, he was not drinking tea. He thought for a moment. Zhang Liang also turned to look. Liu Bang sighed: "How long does General Liu want to stay in Hanzhong?"

"What does this mean? I don't want to stay in Hanzhong for a moment." Liu Bang was slightly unhappy. But he quickly guessed that there was another hidden meaning in Zhang Liang's words. His eyes lit up and he looked at Zhang Liang and smiled. He asked: "Zifang asked me to abandon the people."

"The so-called 'willingness' means that only by giving up can you gain something. Although General Liu gave up Guanzhong for the time being, he was actually ready to go forward. He knew that he had no intention of revenge and abandoned the people. It was so that the general could return to Guanzhong in the future and establish more stability. The people's support will come as soon as March or May, or as late as three to five years. Why should the general care about this moment?" Zhang Liang put down his tea cup and said with a smile.

Although Liu Bang was doubtful, he did not doubt Zhang Liang's words. He only nodded slightly. On the side, Xiao He wanted to persuade again, but Liu Bang waved his hand and said: "I have made up my mind. Mr. Xiao does not need to say more."

Xiao He was rejected. He had no choice but to bow his hands and said nothing. The atmosphere suddenly became tense. Soon, Zhang Liang sighed softly, "When we enter the cliff tomorrow, it will be the time to say goodbye. I have some strategies. I hope the general will not forget it."

"Okay. You might as well tell me directly. I'm definitely listening."

"First, burn down the plank road. Vow not to return eastward."

"Second, train troops and cultivate martial arts. Plow fields and collect grain."

"Third, rest with the people and wait for the opportunity to enter the customs."

"Fourth. Seize Hangu, fortify the four fortresses, and fight fiercely in all directions. If you advance, you can attack, if you retreat, you can defend. Attack Xingyang, eat Aocang, and the world can be settled."

Zhang Liang's words were so decisive, which made Liu Bang feel something. He looked at Zhang Liang deeply. He and Zhang Liang looked at each other. I don't know how much time passed. Liu Bang sighed: "Is it possible that the ovary doesn't want to enter the barrier with me?" Is it done?"

"The current situation forces us to do nothing. After the general enters the Han Dynasty, don't forget my four strategies. There will be a battle between Chu and Han in the future. I will definitely help the general." After saying this, Zhang Liang gave Liu Bang a long salute. He sighed again: "General, take care along the way."

Parting is always painful. Liu Bang was heartbroken at this moment. But he knew very well that this must be Xiang Yu's trick. Only by being patient can he survive the embarrassment. He turned his head and looked at Xiao He and Li Sheqi. They were also looking at him. Liu Bang waved his hand to the outside of the tent: "You should step aside first. I want to talk to Zifang alone."

The two bowed and each retreated. The tent returned to calm. After a brief thought, Liu Bang asked: "But I burned down the plank road and cut off my own way back. Wouldn't it chill the hearts of the soldiers?"

"The general's words are wrong. Burning the plank road has broken Xiang Yu's wariness and removed Zhang Han's guard. And Han Xin will be the general's most powerful confidant. How to get out of Hanzhong. The plot is already in his heart. Already."

Hearing Zhang Liang mention Han Xin again, Liu Banglang smiled and said: "I will definitely use this person again when I enter Hanzhong this time."

"No. Han Xin is treated well under Xiang Zhuang. He is no less than the general. This person has a weak will. The general should not reuse him directly. He needs to be slowed down and simmered with slow fire. This is the best medicine. General, do you understand?" Zhang Liang stared quietly. Liu Bang saw him nodding slightly. Zhang Liang knew that Liu Bang was a good commander. He would definitely be able to handle this kind of thing.

There was another brief silence. Zhang Liang stood up and cupped his hands and said: "It's getting late. I'll take my leave. Tomorrow when the general enters the Han Dynasty, I will burn down the plank road for you. General, just don't know. I will bear all the resentment." "

Liu Bang was deeply moved when he saw that Zhang Liang was always thinking about himself. He held Zhang Liang's hand tightly with both hands and comforted him: "The world will be peaceful in the future. Zifang has contributed a lot."

After a pause, Liu Bang ordered someone to fetch another two hundred yi of gold, and personally sent Zhang Liang away from the tent. Then he looked at the faint night sky and sighed softly. It might be difficult for him to fall asleep this night.



In the early morning, when Xiangzhuang's main force began to move south one after another, Xiangzhuang and Xiang Bo were also escorted by them. They arrived near the Yumai west of the Qinling Mountains. Looking at the vast Qinling Mountains, one could not help but be filled with emotion. Especially thinking of Gui Yinghao and the words of the hermit of Zhongnan Mountain, Xiang Zhuang always had countless daydreams and fantasies about the future in his heart.

The Han army marched through the winding mountain road in mighty force. They rested for a while in the open space in front of the old cliff and then set off on the endless plank road towards Hanzhong.

The so-called farewell is just surveillance in disguise. The mighty Han army has become the biggest enemy of the Chu army. Although there is no war at the moment, everyone knows very well that it is only a matter of time before the war breaks out.

The army began to cross the plank road. The sound of chaotic footsteps kept ringing. Xiang Zhuang, who was always watching from the cliff in the distance, watched the team gradually go away. He knew that although Liu Bang had died down, he would eventually come back.

"I will wait for you in the south of the Yangtze River." Xiang Zhuang said quietly. On the side, Xiang Bo looked at Xiang Zhuang in surprise. Although he didn't know what his nephew was thinking, Xiang Bo knew that the world's strife would come sooner or later.

Zhang Liang led his men and followed Liu Bang for a long distance. The plank road ahead became narrower and narrower. The team's speed began to slow down. Zhang Liang also stopped here. He looked at Liu Bang who looked reluctant to leave. . He sighed deeply: "I have sent you off for a thousand miles. I must say goodbye eventually. General Liu. I will wait for you outside the pass."

"Me too. I will remember your words." Liu Bang also patted Zhang Liang's shoulder. The two said goodbye to each other. One south and one north. The two of them embarked on each other's paths.

After walking for a while, when Liu Bang's team was getting farther and farther away, Zhang Liang raised his head and looked at the sky. Then he ordered, "Burn the plank road."

The team marched and burned. Thick smoke filled the cliffs until they completely left the plank road. The last remaining plank road was also engulfed in fire. At this time, Zhang Liang stared silently in the direction of Hanzhong for a moment. Then he ordered: "Pack your things. Follow me back to Xianyang."



Regarding the previous chapters, friends who have read them all know that the span is too big and the articles are not well connected. They have been slowly revised. I will re-write the sixth volume with a complete ending before starting the seventh volume. Therefore, there are several chapters. Modified. Friends who have subscribed do not need to subscribe again. Just read it directly.

In addition, I don’t know if wireless friends can see it. The wireless end cannot be modified. There will be some confusion after uploading. Just read it by chapter. In short, it is still the same sentence. I will write more when I have time. If I really don’t have time, friends Don’t blame me for only updating one chapter.

Thanks to classmate Wu Xiyu for the reward. I was very moved when I saw it yesterday. I stayed up late at night and wrote two chapters. The third chapter was really not finished. I will update it this afternoon. In addition, our colleague’s grandma passed away. I will go to catch the gift tonight. I can only update this chapter today. I will try my best to write more tomorrow. I am not full attendance this month. But I will fulfill the promise I made to you. Keep writing. Everyone, please continue to support me. You are my biggest motivation. Thank you. .

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