Who is Liu Bei?

Those are the current emperor's uncle, the prince who can fight against Cao Cao.

Although he was now beaten by Cao Cao and abandoned his armor and fled to Jiangdong, he was able to guard a small city, Echeng.

But that's not something he can deal with!

After a moment of surprise, Cai Zhong quickly stood up and grabbed the sword placed next to him, as if this would appear safer.

"How many troops did Liu Bei bring?" Cai Zhong asked nervously.

The messenger shook his head: "There are figures everywhere, and there are countless specific soldiers and horses."

"That's at least 10,000 or 20,000 yuan, plus the powerful generals like Guan Yu and Zhang Fei under Liu Bei's command."

"And my Jiangxia City only has 20,000 defenders, how can I defend this?"

Cai Zhong said in a hurry.

"General, Liu Bei's army did not see Guan Yu or Zhang Fei." said the messenger.

"Um?"

Cai Zhong slapped his forehead and suddenly said, "Then Guan Yu, Zhang Fei must have gone to get Xiakou. If it weren't for these two people, I would be relieved."

"Go, I'll order the guards in the city to go to the city to discuss matters with me quickly." Cai Zhong waved his hand and said.

After giving the order, Cai Zhong hurriedly took his personal guard to the top of the city.

Cai Zhong left.

In Jiangxia City, under the connection of Liu An, many aristocratic families took action secretly.

Jiangxia East Gate.

Accompanied by his personal guards, Cai Zhong climbed up to the city wall.

When he saw the dark Liu Jun below, he couldn't help but take a breath.

Many, too many.

In the distance, dust was raised all over the sky.

It seems that there are more than one or two thousand soldiers, and at least 30,000 to 40,000.

But he was very surprised. He heard that Liu Bei had only more than 20,000 troops and horses in total, and he distributed some of his troops to attack Xiakou. Why did the number of troops increase and more?

Could it be a doubtful plan?

I have to say that Cai Zhong is not completely a fool, and he has read several military books on weekdays.

But even though he guessed Liu Bei's suspicious plan, he had no confidence.

Nothing else.

What if it is not a suspicious plan?

When Cai Zhong was suspicious.

Liu Bei brought Liu Qi and military advisor Zhuge Liang to the city.

As for the army under his command.

Only a thousand cavalry followed, and there were four thousand soldiers and horses. Liu Bei, in accordance with Zhuge Liang's arrangement, created sandstorms and dust in the distance, creating the illusion of a huge army, so as to deceive the defenders in the city.

After arriving at the city and a safe location.

Liu Bei looked up and looked at Jiangxia City in front of him, feeling a little excited.

As long as you take down this important city, there will be hope for supporting the Han Dynasty.

Next to him, Zhuge Liang smiled at Liu Bei, then drove his horse forward half a step, smiled at the soldiers on the city tower and shouted: "Listen to the guard in the city, I am the uncle of the Han Dynasty, the military advisor of the left general Liu Bei, and Zhuge Kongming is the same."

"Now the Cao thief is cholera, bullying the emperor, causing the people to live in poverty and complain."

"Today, my lord led 50,000 troops to capture Jiangxia, destroy Cao's thieves, and support the Han Dynasty. He had no intention of fighting with you."

"You are all old subordinates of Liu Biao in Jingzhou. Why should you follow the thief? Open the city gate quickly and surrender. After my lord enters the city, he will not only do not blame him, but will also reward you for his merits."

Zhuge Liang shook his feather fan lightly, his expression calmly, and even a little contemptuous.

This expression made people subconsciously feel that what Zhuge Liang said was true.

The generals on the city wall were so scared that their faces were pale when they heard that Liu Bei had brought an army of 50,000 to the city.

The guard general Cai Zhong even tightened his sword, his face full of nervousness.

"What should I do if you are a general?"

"It's a war, a surrender, let's say something."

Cai Zhong asked looking at the people around him.

only.

Those who stayed in Jiangxia are really not a war-friendly person.

He is either a playboy from aristocratic families or like Cai Zhong, who comes to the army to make a fortune in military achievements so that he can go back and get an official position.

"General Cai, if he surrenders, he may not be able to explain to Prime Minister Cao."

"Yes, now Prime Minister Cao and a million troops cross the river to attack Jiangdong. When he returns while he is victorious, if he finds out that we have surrendered to Liu Bei, it will be a serious crime to behead him."

"And General Cai He led his troops to rescue Xiakou. If we surrendered to Liu Bei, wouldn't we cut off General Cai He's retreat?"

Cai Zhong was shocked when he heard the generals around him say this.

yes.

Surrendering to Liu Bei would not get any benefits at all.

He does not lack gold, silver and treasures.

Liu Bei could not give him a high-ranking official and generous salary.

Then why surrender?

It would be better to stick to it. Even if the city is broken and abandon the city and flee, Prime Minister Cao will pursue it and at least he can save his life.

After thinking it through, Cai Zhong simply didn't bother to think about it any more.

He immediately ordered: "Come, shoot arrows."

Whoosh swish swish swish...

Thousands of arrows were fired at once.

Liu Bei hurriedly took Zhuge Liang and Liu Qi away.

Riding on the horse, Liu Bei said hatefully: "The guards in this city are so ungrateful."

"Lord Wuyou, Mr. Liu Qi has received the book from the city. We just need to wait." Zhuge Liang said with a smile.

He could only sigh that this stupid guard was not useless, but he could not see the rules when acting, which made people unable to guard against it and laugh and cry.

"Well, I can only wait now~~."

Liu Bei shook his head helplessly.

On the city wall.

Cai Zhong was puzzled as Liu Bei's troops retreated.

"Liu Bei has at least 50,000 troops, but he retreated like this? It seems that Uncle Liu and Mr. Wolong are just like this."

"Transfer our army orders and each army is strictly guarding and defending to the death. If the Liu army attacks again, the arrows can be retreated."

Cai Zhong was also a little proud now.

Unexpectedly, he easily forced Liu Bei's army to retreat.

There must be a thick stroke of his aftermath in the book of credit.

When you are proud.

The chief clerk Liu An came with several soldiers and said with a smile: "General Cai is extremely brave and powerful, and he has the spirit of a famous general."

"Haha... sir praised it." That's what he said, but the pride on Cai Zhong's face was not hidden.

Anyone can tell that he is in a good mood now.

"By the way, General, I have something important to discuss with the general. Please come with me." Liu An smiled and said.

"Well, please lead the way." Cai Zhong did not doubt that he was, and followed Liu An and walked to the side.

But after he escaped from the protection of his personal guards, as Liu An waved his hand, the soldiers he brought immediately rushed forward and captured Cai Zhong. At the same time, he pulled out the long knife from his waist and placed it on Cai Zhong's neck.

When Cai Zhong's personal guards reacted, it was too late.

"Liu An, what are you doing!"

Cai Zhong looked panicked and asked angrily.

"General Cai, offended."

"I want to surrender to Uncle Liu, so I can only ask you to suffer some grievances for the time being. When Uncle Huang enters the city, I will let you go."

Liu An said.

In fact, killing Cai Zhong will end it all, and it will save many troubles.

However, Cai Zhong is from the Cai clan of Jingzhou, so Liu An dare not kill him at will.

After all, even if the entire Jingzhou falls into Liu Bei's hands in the future, the Cai family will still be a wealthy family in Jingzhou.

It would be better not to offend him if he died.

"You... aren't you afraid that the Prime Minister will blame you in the future?" Cai Zhong asked furiously.

Liu An shook his head.

"Cao Cao was defeated in Jiangdong's plan and he would definitely be defeated in this battle."

"When Cao's army retreats to the north, Jingzhou will sooner or later fall into the hands of Uncle Liu. It's better to surrender as soon as possible and make a contribution, what do you think?"

"Okay, General Cai, I have to trouble you to persuade the city guards to not resist fearlessly, otherwise the knife in my hand will not show mercy."

Liu An said with a sneer.

That's right.

The reason why he agreed to Liu Qi was that Liu Bei would cooperate with Liu Bei to take down Jiang Xia.

It was entirely because in Liu Qi's letter, he said that Cao Cao was trapped and would be defeated in this battle.

Since Cao Cao would be defeated, Jingzhou naturally cannot be defended.

By then, Liu Bei will become the lord of Jingzhou. With his achievements in offering the city, would he still have to worry about his future?

Moreover, with Liu Qi supporting the evidence, he was not worried that Liu Bei would regret it.

"Hmph, if you dream, I won't help you even if I die." Cai Zhong said toughly.

"Is that so? Since General Cai is unwilling to cooperate, he can only let the general suffer." Liu An's eyes turned cold and he nodded at the soldier who captured Cai Zhong.

The soldier grinned and grabbed the big knife, and the back of the knife hit Cai Zhong's back.

With a snap.

Cai Zhong was in pain and sweated coldly, and he was defeated in an instant.

"Don't... show mercy. I agree to whatever you want me to do." Cai Zhong begged.

"Haha, that's right. Those who know the current affairs are heroes." Liu An smiled and said, "General Cai, please!"

Cai Zhong was helpless.

Under Liu An's threat, he could only go to persuade the guards in Jiangxia City to surrender.

And as Cai Zhong spoke, there was Liu Bei's "five thousand army" outside the city.

The soldiers and horses in the city were in panic and put down their weapons one after another.

Seeing this, Liu An ordered the soldiers beside him, "Go, open the city gate, and let the emperor enter the city."

Not long.

Liu Bei received the news from the city and was immediately ecstatic.

He excitedly grabbed Zhuge Liang's big hand and said, "Military advisor, we have taken Jiangxia. Our army has finally gained a foothold. We are one step closer to the military advisor's plan to divide the world by three points."

Liu Bei was also unable to be unexcited.

It's really not easy.

He drifted for half his life, and the city he was stationed in was either temporarily borrowed by others or wanted by others.

This is the first time he led his troops to capture the city.

Moreover, it is a heavy city with sufficient food and grass and sufficient soldiers and armor.

"The lord doesn't need to be too excited. In the future, there will only be more and more cities under the lord's rule." Zhuge Liang shook the feather fan lightly and said confidently.

With Jiangxia City as his foundation, he is confident that he can build more territory for Liu Bei.

"Okay! OK! Come, military advisor, come and enter the city with me."

Liu Bei held Zhuge Liang's big hand and did not ride a horse, so he walked towards Jiangxia City.

It seems like I want to feel the land of Jiangxia.

The Jiangxia city gate opened, and Liu An and others guarded the city gate to welcome Liu Bei into the city.

Looking at the heavy city in front of him, Liu Bei was so excited that he couldn't suppress himself.

"I have been in a military life and I have finally settled down."

"In the future, we will definitely be able to destroy the Cao thieves and support the Han Dynasty."

After saying that.

Liu Bei stepped into the city.

...

at the same time.

Zhang Fei led his troops outside Xiakou Port, but he just called in and did not attack.

After all, he doesn't have many troops under his command, and it's easy to expose himself if he attacks.

However, after calling for half an hour, Zhang Fei became tired and threw his troops to his subordinates Zhang Da and Fan Qiang, and went back to the camp to drink.

Although Liu Bei repeatedly reminded him not to drink before going to war, Zhang Fei agreed on the surface and secretly took a few sips, but no one knew about Liu Bei's concealment.

However, once Zhang Fei started drinking, he was uncontrollable. He soon finished drinking two big jars, his face turned rosy and he became drunk.

Immediately lying on the bed and went to sleep.

Anyway, in Zhang Fei's consciousness, Jiang Xia immediately belonged to his elder brother, and he would not have any danger even if he had a nap.

Compared to Zhang Fei.

Guan Yu is much more stable.

A big fire in Xiling burned Cai He's 30,000 troops and fled in a panic.

Seeing that the fire attack finally worked, a rare smile appeared on Guan Yu's face.

"'　The military advisor's trick!"

"Cai He's 30,000 troops fled, and my elder brother will surely be able to seize Jiang Xia."

He stroked his beautiful beard and said.

"Although this plan of the military advisor is wonderful, he can win all by his adoptive father's exquisite arrangement." Guan Ping flattered the side.

"Haha...Okay, Ping'er, quickly lead the troops to gather the remaining soldiers of Jiangxia." Guan Yu ordered.

"No." Guan Ping went to make arrangements.

Zhou Cang came over and bowed and asked, "General, what should we do next?"

"Go out of Xiling to meet Zilong."

"By the way, you go and notify your third brother in person so that he can lead his troops back to Jiangxia."

Guan Yu said.

According to his estimate, the eldest brother and the military advisor should have taken Jiangxia City at this time.

When they go back, they can hold a celebration banquet directly.

Moreover, once Jiangxia City falls into the hands of the elder brother, Xiakou will naturally be self-defeating.

After all, the supplies from Xiakou are all transported from Jiangxia City.

"promise."

Zhou Cang got on a fast horse and headed towards Xiakou.

And at this time.

Outside Xiling.

Zhao Yun led three thousand soldiers and horses to collect the remaining soldiers of Jiangxia.

It happened to run into Cai He, who escaped from the Xiling Mountains.

Zhao Yun stood up immediately and looked at Cai He and said, "Dropping off the horse and being tied up."

When Cai He saw that the situation was hopeless, he saw Zhao Zilong, who was seven in and seven out of Changbanpo, immediately turned over and dismounted, and then threw his weapon to the ground.

He originally had seven or eight thousand remaining soldiers under his command, but he followed him to discard his weapons and was captured by Zhao Yun's three thousand soldiers.

I have to say that one general is incompetent and exhausts the three armies.

Cai He was burned half of his soul by a fire in Xiling, and was chased by Guan Yu and his troops were already hunting down. He had already lost all his souls. When Zhao Yun was scared, he would not have the courage to resist.

Soon, seven or eight thousand remaining soldiers were tied up and strongly.

As soon as Zhao Yun gathered the prisoners together, he met Guan Yu, who led his troops from Xiling.

"Hahaha, General Zhao, you captured 8,000 Jiangxia soldiers and horses with three thousand soldiers and horses, and captured Cai He alive. This battle must be the first contribution."

Beside Guan Yu, the chief clerk of the army, Mi Zhu, laughed and flattered.

He knew very well how enthusiastic his lord was to win over Zhao Yun's heart.

As a retainer around Liu Bei, he naturally had to share his worries for Liu Bei.

Even Guan Yu looked at Zhao Yun with appreciation.

"Zilong's brave battle in this battle is indeed the first contribution."

Zhao Yun shook his head: "General Guan praised it."

In fact, he did nothing at all. Cai He was useless and did not even have a decent resistance and directly surrendered.

If Cao Cao had such people under his command, how could he conquer most of the world?

Thinking of this, Zhao Yun felt a little strange.

Why did such a scattered generals in Jiangxia send such a garrison in a heavy city?

However, although Zhao Yun was suspicious, he did not say it out.

"Zilong, let's repair it here first. After my third brother returns, we will return to Jiangxia together." Guan Yu looked at Zhao Yun and said.

Zhao Yun bowed: "Everything depends on General Guan."

Upon hearing this, Guan Yu was stunned for a moment, and then shook his head helplessly.
Chapter completed!