Chapter 85
In the next few days, Wang Yan kept entering the city. From the affiliated officials of Langya Kingdom to the officials of Kaiyang County, Wang Yan visited almost all of them. In addition, Wang Yan was not only the magistrate of Yangdu County, but also served as the supervisor, and his future prospects were limitless. When all officials met Wang Yan, they also took the initiative to make friends.
For a time, Wang Yan and the officials of Langya Kingdom were all called brothers and their relationship was progressing rapidly.
March 28th, late afternoon.
Camp, Central Army tent.
A soldier rushed over and reported: "Sir, the royal palace is sending an order, please go immediately."
"I got it, I'll go right away."
Wang Yan agreed, changed his clothes, and rode his horse to the city.
When he entered the palace, Wang Yan, led by his servant, headed straight to the study. At this time, Xun Wei, Yang Zhao and other officials from the palace gathered together. Everyone had a serious expression on their faces.
When Wang Yan saw this scene, his heart skipped a beat and he immediately felt a bad premonition.
Something happened!
Wang Yan suppressed his guess and said, "My minister, Wang Yan, pay homage to the king."
"sit!"
Langya King Liu Rong waved his hand, and there was also a worry on his face that he couldn't be dissolved.
Wang Yan sat down as he said, feeling even more uneasy.
Because Wang Yan discovered a situation, everyone was not worried about their own state, but looked like they were worried about him, and even sympathized with him.
"Prime Minister, tell Wang Yan about the news you just got." Liu Rong ordered.
"Old minister obeys the order." Xun Wei said slowly with a worried look on his face: "Just just got the news, Guan Hai led three thousand Yellow Turban thieves to Chaoyangdu County. At present, Guan Hai has entered Yangdu County."
"boom!"
When Wang Yan heard this, his mind exploded with a buzzing sound.
In his eyes, there was disbelief.
After Guan Hai retreated, he clearly headed towards Yangdu County. Why did he suddenly change direction and head for Yangdu County?
This time, Wang Yan attacked Guan Hai, and Wang Yan drew all the elite troops of Yangdu County, leaving only ordinary soldiers guarding the city and a very small number of soldiers. Today, Yangdu County has no more than 300 troops stationed, and even yamen runners and miscellaneous soldiers, no more than 500. This force is almost impossible to resist Guan Hai's 3,000 soldiers.
The danger faced by Yangdu County is too great.
Wang Yan took a deep breath, suppressed the shock and chaotic emotions in his heart, and asked: "Prime Minister, I clearly remember that Guan Hai fled to the northwest with the defeated generals. With the troops from Linyi County and Zhiqiu County, and the forces from other counties encircled and blocked, Guan Hai could only withdraw from Langya Country. However, why did Guan Hai go to Yangdu County?"
Until now, Wang Yan still finds it unbelievable.
This matter is strange everywhere.
Xun Wei sighed lightly and explained: "For this matter, the county magistrate of Linyi County is incompetent. Guan Hai led his army to Linyi County and threatened to break Linyi County and massacre the people. The news came out, and Linyi County was shocked. Then, Guan Hai said that as long as Linyi County borrowed grain, Guan Hai would take people away. The county magistrate of Linyi gave Guan Hai one thousand stones of grain in consideration of the safety of the people. After Guan Hai obtained the grain, he solved the short-term grain problem and quietly went to Yangdu County. Only today did he get the news."
Wang Yan clenched his fists, he did not dare to waste any more time, and stood up and said, "King, the situation in Yangdu County is critical, I must rush back to rescue immediately."
Liu Rong said: "I know your urgent mood, but I must act calmly, think twice before doing everything, and don't be blinded by anger. You are still young, as long as you are still here, there will be no problems in Yangdu County. This time, if you have any requirements, please make it. I will definitely be satisfied with what I can."
Wang Yan shook his head and said, "Thank you, the king, I have not requested it for the time being."
"Go!"
Liu Rong didn't say anything more and let him go.
Wang Yan hurried out of the palace, turned over and headed to the military camp. Along the way, smoke and dust rose everywhere, and war horses were like lightning passing by the city. At this time, Wang Yan's mind was full of the safety of Yangdu County. There were not many soldiers left behind in Yangdu County, and he had to rush back as quickly as possible, otherwise the situation would be out of control.
Back at the barracks, Wang Yan ordered: "Beat the drum and gather the soldiers."
The drums rumbled in the camp.
After hearing this, the soldiers in the army quickly gathered at the school ground.
When Huang Zhong heard the war drum, he rushed over. After seeing Wang Yan, he clasped his fists and said, "Lord, what happened? Why did he suddenly summon the soldiers to gather?"
Wang Yan said: "Guan Hai changed direction and led his army into Yangdu County. Now, Yangdu County is in danger."
"ah!"
Huang Zhong exclaimed in surprise, his eyes full of worry.
As a general who commanded the army, Huang Zhong knew very well the current military strength and combat effectiveness of Yangdu County.
It is difficult to ascend to the sky if you want to resist Guan Hai.
Huang Zhong also quickly calmed down and said in a deep voice: "Lord, I have been busy reorganizing the captive Yellow Turban soldiers these days. Since the time is still short, the integration has not been completed yet. It will be impossible to complete the integration in a short while."
Wang Yan said decisively: "I have already considered it clearly on the way back from the royal palace. It doesn't matter if the integration is not completed now. You lead 200 soldiers to stay and continue to reorganize the captured Yellow Turban soldiers. I lead 800 soldiers and rush back first."
Huang Zhong frowned and said, "Lord, I have a worry."
"What are you worried about?" Wang Yan asked.
Huang Zhong said: "The news that Guan Hai entered Yangdu County was coming out, you must go back to rescue. I was worried that Guan Hai deliberately bluffed and lured you back to help, and then set up an ambush halfway to intercept the lord."
Wang Yan said: "Your analysis has some truth, this is a possibility of existence. However, Guan Hai was defeated by me and suffered a heavy blow. This time, he may have wanted to attack Yangdu County to retaliate. The probability of siege will be higher. After all, Yangdu County has empty troops and is easy to attack. In short, I will pay attention to safety."
Wang Yan quickly dispatched 800 soldiers and then left with Shiba in person.
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Yangdu County, county government.
News that Guan Hai brought three thousand Yellow Turban soldiers into Yangdu County spread, and in an instant, a storm broke out in the city.
The people in the city were panic.
People from all major families closed their doors and ignored the world.
As the county magistrate of Yangdu County, He Yi immediately summoned the generals guarding the city, as well as the left-behind chief clerk Yang He and the officials of the county government office to discuss countermeasures in the county government hall. He Yi looked worried and said, "Guan Hai has 3,000 troops, and the city has less than 300 troops. Even if the county government runners and other miscellaneous soldiers are added, there will be only 500 people. It is difficult for 500 soldiers to resist Guan Hai's three thousand Yellow Turban thieves."
Yang He clenched his fists and said firmly, "No matter what, he must fight to the end."
He Yi snorted, rolled his eyes and said, "Fighting is a must, but how to resist is what to consider."
When Yang He heard this, he sighed in his heart.
Wang Yan took away all the troops, and the left-behind soldiers were low in combat and could not support the defense system of Yangdu County. Furthermore, Yang He and He Yi were not good at leading troops and fighting, and there was no plan to resist in their minds.
The two of them looked at me, and I looked at you, speechless.
All the county officials were in a panic.
"It's better, let's pretend to surrender to Guan Hai first and take the opportunity to delay the time. After the county magistrate got the news here, he will definitely come back as fast as possible. At that time, we can counterattack Guan Hai."
As soon as these words were spoken, they immediately attracted the approval of countless officials.
"In order to protect Yangdu County, I agree to temporarily surrender to Guan Hai."
"Fake surrender is not a real surrender, but a tactical arrangement. After all, the county magistrate has spent countless efforts in Yangdu County, and it cannot be ruined because of this battle. I agree with fake surrender."
...
All officials agreed.
"The county magistrate is in charge of Yangdu County, and is proud and makes the Yellow Turban thieves frightened. The soldiers under the county magistrate would rather die standing than live on their knees. Before leaving, the county magistrate asked me to be responsible for the safety of Yangdu County. Now that Guan Hai is coming, you must obey the arrangements of our generals. This time, fight to the end. Those who violate the order will be killed!"
A loud voice came from outside the hall.
A heroic figure wearing armor and sword hanging on his waist, strode towards him.
Chapter completed!