To the north of Chen County and to the west of Zhe County, the Chu army set up camp on the plain, and low-pitched horns kept sounding. This was the Chu army gathering troops to prepare to attack Qixian County.

At this time, the Chu army is no longer what it used to be. They have grown from more than a thousand people at the beginning to more than 70,000 people today, with more than 700 chariots and more than 5,000 cavalry. They are extremely powerful, and they are marching all the way north.

, the Chu army conquered cities and territories, and continued to grow in strength. Although it was not rich in food and grass, it was still enough for self-sufficiency.

Moreover, in terms of strength alone, the Chu army has gradually evolved from a disorganized bandit army into a righteous army that represents the people's hearts. It uses the right to defeat the unjust, and it is justified. There are countless people from all over the world, which is also greatly exceeded.

Contrary to Chen Sheng's original expectations, the Chu army at this time was an army that could compete with Qin, and this force continued to grow.

Three hours later, the Chu army appeared in the east of Chen County. Five hundred ladders and 20,000 Chu troops responsible for the assault were already in formation and ready. On their flanks, the main Chu army of 30,000 also began to slowly form formation, tall and tall.

The flag fluttered in the wind, and soon Chen Sheng, accompanied by the generals and counselors, arrived in front of the formation. At this time, the sound of the war drums had stopped abruptly.

Chen Sheng was now wearing an ocher-colored robe, leather armor, a red cap on his head, and a long sword at his waist. He looked majestic. Beside him were Wu Guang on the left and Cai Ci on the right. The generals behind him lined up in sequence, looking into the distance.

Chen Sheng narrowed his eyes slightly at the tall Chen County City Tower and was thinking about something.

On the side, Wu Guang snorted coldly and said mockingly: "The huge Chen County has only a few defenders. Look at me capturing this city in an instant!"

Wu Guang's words aroused cheers from the soldiers, and everyone was gearing up, waiting for Chen Sheng to order the attack. At this time, drums and low horns sounded from the tower in the distance. This was a prelude to the Qin army's imminent dispatch.

, on the side, Cai Ciluxu smiled and said: "It seems that the Qin army wants to fight with its last resort."

Chen Sheng also laughed slightly.

Not far away, the east gate of Chen County slowly opened with a "bang", and groups of Qin soldiers ran out, numbering about 7,000.

In front of the team, there are neatly arranged brave soldiers of the Qin Dynasty. There are about more than 2,000 people. But behind these 2,000 people, there are some temporary troops holding long swords and spears. They have just been recruited and have not been trained yet.

Then they went into battle, and everyone was nervous. It seemed that they were afraid of this war.

At the forefront of the Qin army, there was a middle-aged man wearing a plain robe. He was Xu Yong, the magistrate of Chen County. He was originally a civilian official with no bravery or martial arts. However, Song Liu, the magistrate of Chen County,

He went out for business and has not returned yet. No one in the city has made the decision. The Chu army is pressing down on the border, so Xu Yong, a civil servant, has to temporarily recruit 5,000 civilians to join the army to resist the Chu army.

County Lieutenant Leng Biao once reminded Xu Yong to hold on to Yingcheng, prepare more supplies, and prepare for a protracted war. However, many surrounding counties have been lost. As the governor of Chen County, Chen County can hardly protect itself by only relying on the city to defend itself.

After thinking about it, Xu Yong decided to fight to the bitter end and fight to determine the outcome.

At this time, the Qin army also formed a mighty formation, and the sound of drums on the city tower gradually disappeared. The two armies faced each other. Ge Ying, the brave general beside Chen Sheng, rode out on horseback and came to the front of the 20,000 vanguard troops, holding his spear horizontally.

, looked at the other side coldly, and soon, Xu Yong laughed loudly: "You will dismount and accept the surrender. I will report to His Majesty the Emperor Ming to spare your life, otherwise, we will all be destroyed!"

As soon as Xu Yong's words came out of his mouth, Ge Ying was already furious. He snorted coldly, spit, raised his spear, and shouted: "You official of the Great Qin Dynasty, suffer death!"

As soon as the words were spoken, Ge Ying had already ridden out on horseback and charged towards the Qin army. On the opposite side, Leng Biao also came out with a sword. He stared at Ge Ying coldly. When the two horses met, he also waved the sword in his hand and raised his voice.

He rose up in the air and slashed downwards. On the opposite side, Ge Ying also noticed Leng Biao's offensive. He shouted loudly, straightened his spear, and held the slashing sword. Soon, with the galloping of the war horses, the two

People were separated again.

When Leng Biao saw that the first sword missed, he couldn't help roaring. His eyes were reddish and he stared at Ge Ying. In this battle, Leng Biao knew that if he didn't succeed, he would be benevolent. If he couldn't deter the Chu army, he could rely only on Chen County's insignificant defense.

It is difficult for the army to hold on.

But he hates Xu Yong even more. If he is willing to listen to him, defend the city, prepare more rolling wood and thunder stones, and summon the people in the city to go to the city to defend, there is still a glimmer of hope. But at this time, these are no longer important. Leng Biaole turns his horse.

, the sword was stretched horizontally, he shouted loudly, and ran forward.

Ge Ying could see the rage in Leng Biao's heart at this moment. At this moment, Ge Ying decided to change his tactics. He stopped the war horse instantly. The horse raised its front hooves and neighed several times. Ge Ying then turned the horse's head in the same direction as Leng Biao.

Running, Leng Biao chased after him. In this way, the two of them ran in the formation of the two armies. Ge Ying did not fight back, and Leng Biao refused to give up easily. It was not until Ge Ying felt that Leng Biao had relaxed his vigilance that he stopped.

He took off his bow and arrow from the saddle, quietly picked up an arrow, watched the timing, turned around and shot an arrow, the arrow whizzed towards him, an arrow shot through the center of his eyebrows, Leng Biao let out a muffled//snort, and fell off the horse.

But the war horse was still running forward. Ge Ying waved his spear at this time to celebrate his victory, and held Leng Biao's horse with his right hand. In an instant, the entire Chu army camp was boiling, and the soldiers waved their weapons and cheered.

Seeing that his morale was ready, Chen Sheng drew out his long sword and waved it forward. The three armies were turbulent. Several generals rushed out first. Behind them, the Chu army surged out like a wave. Without waiting for Xu Yong's instructions, the troops behind him

Already the first to collapse, they scrambled to retreat to Chen County. The war finally started at this moment. The sound of drums was like thunder in the sky, deafening, and the low trumpet was like an awakening dragon, screaming and roaring...

The two armies ran to the east of Chen County, kicking up huge clouds of dust all over the sky. The Qin army panicked like a bereaved dog, and the Chu army chased like demons from hell. In this way, with half of the Qin army dead and wounded, they finally rushed into the city one after another.

, the gong on the city gate sounded loudly, which was the signal to close the city gate.

But the Qin army's queue was too long and sparse. The front team became more anxious and crowded, and the rear team was blocked and couldn't get in. In this way, the Chu army quickly followed, brandishing spears and halberds, and mercilessly attacked the Qin army.

Stab away.

On the other side, there were five hundred ladders and 20,000 Chu troops climbed up the city one after another and climbed towards Chen County. For a time, the flames of war burned every inch of Chen County. The Qin army kept kneeling down and begging for mercy. The sharp weapons of the Chu army were invincible.

After a while, blood flowed like a river. It was not until several hours later that the war came to an end as the Chu flag was planted on the top of the city.

In the alley, Xu Yong was covered in blood. He had no way to retreat. The Chu army had surrounded him. Whether to fight or surrender was just a matter of thought. But in the end, Xu Yong still chose the road of no return.

After a brief confrontation with the Chu army, Xu Yong took out his sword, raised his head and roared, used his hands hard, and died in the alley.

After a night of turmoil, the offensive battle in Chen County stopped silently. In the early morning, the Chu army set up three strongholds at the east gate, west gate and south gate of Chen County, and temporarily recruited Chen County and surrounding counties.

The civilian servants worked as corvees to build the city wall of Chen County.

A list of papers was posted in the streets to appease the people and prohibit the soldiers from looting. Under several small sheds, ten soldiers maintained order. Two young civil servants were copying people's names. In front of them, they came

The people who surrendered to the Chu army were recruiting troops from the Chu army.

Hundreds of personal guards surrounded Chen Ping and came to the county government office. This is the government office of Chen County's governor and the administrative center of Chen County. At this time, it was temporarily changed into Chen Sheng's office.

After getting off the horse, a guard took the reins. Chen Sheng held the sword and walked into the government office accompanied by everyone. Several generals had been waiting for a long time. Cai Ci was the first to come up, bowed and saluted, and said with a smile: "

The general is in a good mood today."

Chen Sheng waved his hand and couldn't help but smile: "Conquering Chen County, the huge stone in my heart has finally fallen to the ground."

Everyone laughed loudly in the room. At this time, everyone was bowing one by one. Chen Sheng sat high up, followed by Wu Guang and Cai Ci. Below, were several of Chen Sheng's confidants. Everyone took their seats in order, and there was a brief silence.

, Ge Ying cupped his hands and smiled and said: "General, I have something to say."

Chen Sheng looked at Ge Ying and nodded slightly. Ge Ying walked to the sheepskin map, pointed at the map and said with a smile: "It is not enough to overthrow Qin just by relying on Chen Jun. I think we should focus on

Further away."

When Chen Sheng heard this, he couldn't help but become interested and said with a smile: "Tell me about it."

Ge Ying nodded and placed his finger on Jiujiang County: "This is an important gateway between Eastern Chu and Southern Chu. If we can regain Jiujiang, we will be able to regain the homeland of Chu in the future, compete with Qin, and overthrow the tyranny as soon as possible. If

The general agrees, and I am willing to command a strong army and embark on the road south."

Chen Sheng was already tempted by Ge Ying's righteous words. His eyes fell on Cai Ci at this time. After a brief silence, Cai Ci nodded slightly. Chen Sheng couldn't help but laugh and said: "General Ge Ying's ideas are very popular with me. This

The matter is settled like this, I will give you five thousand soldiers and horses, and I hope you will return victorious as soon as possible. I will be waiting for you in Chen County!"

Ge Ying was overjoyed, thanked him, and left quickly. At this time, Cai Ci stared at Chen Sheng and said in a deep voice: "Chen County has been decided. The general must win over people's hearts as soon as possible and summon the three elders to come up with the plan."

Chen Sheng glanced at Cai Ci, nodded and said with a smile, "I've written it down."

In the early morning, five thousand troops marched slowly toward the south gate of Chen County. Chen Sheng personally bid farewell to Ge Ying. After three glasses of wine, drums were beating loudly on the city tower. Ge Ying got on his horse, offered his hands to Chen Shenggong, and galloped away from the city on his horse.

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Watching Ge Ying gradually leave, Cai Ci came to Chen Sheng's side and reminded him softly: "General, everyone is waiting at the government office. Let's go back."

Chen Sheng nodded slightly, and several of them got on their horses, and headed for the government office accompanied by their personal guards.

In the front hall of the county governor's house, soldiers were busy coming and going, more than twenty tables of banquets had been placed neatly, and several old officials of Chen County, the three elders of the county, the third elder of the county, the powerful people of Chen County and the three elders of the nearby county government were also there.

When he arrived, several maids were carrying wine bottles and pouring wine one by one.

When the maids filled up the wine and the music stopped, Chen Sheng coughed dryly, raised his glass and said with a smile: "The Chu army's entry into the city has caused a lot of panic to everyone. I deeply apologize, so today, I summoned everyone to hope that everyone

Can we tell each other that the Chu army is not a bandit army, and we adhere to the principle of eliminating violence and peace, drive out the Qin army, and revive the Chu country!"

Everyone raised their glasses and agreed: "I am willing to listen to the arrangements of the general."

After hearing this, Chen Sheng was overjoyed and said: "Since Chen County has been recovered, I have decided to choose a wise man to serve as the county magistrate of Chen County. Can you recommend one or two?"

As soon as Chen Sheng finished speaking, Wu Guang stood up in his seat and said with a smile: "I still remember that when we rebelled, the fish and foxes all hinted to us, 'King Chen Sheng, great Chu will rise'. From this point of view, the general should be honored."

Take the throne, regain the great Chu, and promote the power of our army."

"Yeah, I've heard about it too."

"General Chen Sheng was the first to raise the flag of righteousness, who would he do without him?"

In an instant, the room was like a pot of boiling water. There were a lot of discussions, but no one noticed Chen Sheng's proud smile. This was what he and Wu Guang had planned in advance. Now that people's hearts are united, it is time to consider independence.

Everyone stood up one after another and recommended Chen Sheng to ascend the throne in Chen County. Chen Sheng pretended to refuse and repeatedly gave in. Until everyone refused to give up, Chen Qiang nodded slightly and was about to agree. But at this moment, the bodyguard came in and reported: "General,

Two people calling themselves Zhang Er and Chen Yu came to talk to each other."

After hearing the report from his personal guard, Chen Sheng could not help but be overjoyed and said: "Oh, I've heard that Chen Sheng and Zhang Er are famous people. If they are willing to come and meet each other, I will go out to greet them personally. Please wait a moment."
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