The lights in Quyang City were brightly lit, and the Han army flags on the city towers were whistling in the breeze at night. The mighty officers and soldiers on the city top were constantly patrolling. When the guards saw Gao Fei bringing back the
When a group of cavalry attacked the Han army, they immediately opened the city gate. Liu Bei walked out of the doorway and welcomed Gao Fei into the city.
"I will see you later, sir!" Liu Bei bowed first and said.
Gao Fei turned over and dismounted, waved his hand and said: "No need to be polite, how is the situation in the city?"
"The city has been under control for a long time. Most of the Yellow Turbans are willing to join. With the help of Liao Hua and others, there is no resistance." Liu Bei glanced at Zhao Yun behind Gao Fei and saw that Zhao Yun was extraordinary in martial arts.
Asked, "Sir, this strong man is..."
Before Gao Fei could answer, Zhao Yun took a step forward, clasped his fists and said, "I am Zhao Zilong in Changshan, and I have met this gentleman before!"
"Is he a hero who can't compete with my third brother Zhang Yide?" Liu Bei asked immediately.
Zhao Yun bowed slightly and replied slowly: "That's right!"
In the darkness of the night, when Liu Bei heard Zhao Yun's answer, a strange light flashed in his eyes, and it passed quickly. He immediately clasped his fists and said, "I am Liu Bei of Xia Zhuo County, whose courtesy name is Xuande!"
Zhao Yun said "Oh" and said happily: "It turns out that your Excellency is Liu Xuande. I heard Brother Yide talk about your sworn relationship in Taoyuan on the way. When I saw you today, you are indeed an extraordinary hero. How disrespectful!"
Liu Bei immediately said: "I don't dare to be called a hero, I am just a warrior..."
Gao Fei felt very unhappy when he saw Liu Bei and Zhao Yun chatting like this. He immediately interrupted Liu Bei's words and asked loudly: "This is not the place to talk. Today we broke the Yellow Turban. It is a day worth celebrating. Everyone is gathered together again.
You should have a good celebration. Zilong, you are the distinguished guest I invited today, please come with me into the city!"
Zhao Yun replied: "Then it is better to obey orders than to be respectful!"
Gao Fei grabbed Zhao Yun's hand and happily brought Zhao Yun into the city. He swaggered past everyone regardless of what others thought.
Zhao Yun was startled at first, but then he calmed down. A faint smile appeared in the corner of his mouth. He looked at the neat officers and soldiers lined up on both sides, and thought slowly in his heart: "I didn't expect Master Gao to treat
I attach so much importance to..."
Liu Bei turned his head, looked at the backs of Gao Fei and Zhao Yun who were gradually leaving, sighed softly, and said nothing.
Zhou Cang led the cavalry team and escorted the prisoners slowly into the city. When he passed Liu Bei, he smiled politely at Liu Bei.
Guan Yu and Zhang Fei came to Liu Bei's side and shouted in unison: "Brother, let's enter the city!"
Liu Bei nodded, with a hint of joy suddenly showing on his face. He grabbed Guan Yu and Zhang Fei's arms and said loudly: "Second brother, third brother, let's enter the city together!"
Guan Yu and Zhang Fei failed to realize the subtle changes in Liu Bei's heart. When they saw Liu Bei smiling, they both laughed too and entered the city side by side with Liu Bei.
Liu Bei looked at Gao Fei and Zhao Yun disappearing into the night, holding Guan Yu and Zhang Fei's arms in his hands, and said slowly in his heart: "I have brothers like Yun Chang and Yide, what more can I ask for?"
Everyone entered the city one after another. Gao Fei took Zhao Yun to the county government office. The county government office was in full swing. The soldiers were busy carrying various objects. When they saw Gao Fei arriving, they all put down their work and shouted in unison.
He bowed: "See you, sir!"
Gao Fei waved his hand to indicate that they were exempt from courtesy, and asked at the same time: "Who asked you to carry these tables, chairs and benches?"
"Replying to your Majesty, Chief Fei ordered us to wait for the transfer. Chief Fei said that when the Master comes back, a celebration banquet will be held in the county government office. He asked us to set up the tables and chairs first, and we can start the banquet as soon as the Master comes back.
"A soldier replied.
"Fei An?" Gao Fei smiled and said jokingly, "Okay, you can continue moving. Go and call Fei An."
"promise!"
Gao Fei turned to Zhao Yun and said, "Brother Zilong, let's invite him inside!"
Zhao Yun bowed and said, "Your Majesty, you're welcome."
Entering the county government hall, the furnishings in the hall were simple but very well-organized. Gao Fei and Zhao Yun were seated as guests and hosts. As soon as they sat down, they saw Fei An rushing over from outside.
"I'll see you, sir!" Fei An said with fists in his hands as soon as he entered the hall.
"No courtesy!" Gao Fei raised his hand slightly and said to Fei An, "Sit down!"
"I don't dare!" Fei An still stood there, motionless, and said with cupped hands, "Sir, my subordinate arranged a banquet for the celebration banquet without your permission, please punish me!"
"You did a good job in this matter. We defeated the Yellow Turban today. It should have been a happy day. I haven't returned home yet. It's great that you can think of this and not let me rush things when I come back.
." Gao Fei paused for a moment when he said this. Seeing a hint of joy on Fei An's face, he sneered. Then he changed his tone and said sternly, "Fei An! Although you are a confidant who I personally promoted, what are you doing today?
This matter is beyond your authority. You issued orders without my authorization. What crime should you do?"
When Fei An heard such harsh words, he was still secretly glad that he had done the right thing. He quickly knelt on the ground and shouted: "I know the crime, I know the crime.
Please punish me!"
Gao Fei said: "Get up. Since this is your first offender and you did something right today, I won't be held accountable for now. However, if something like this happens again in the future, you will definitely be severely punished!"
"Thank you, sir. Thank you, sir. I won't dare to do it again... No, it won't happen again, just this time!" Fei An hurriedly bowed.
Gao Fei said: "Where is Lu Heng?"
"Marquis Lu Jun, accompanied by Liao Hua and others, is counting the treasury."
"Okay, you go down and inform the military princes that the village commander will hold a celebration banquet at the county government office in half an hour. In addition, prepare some wine and meat to reward the soldiers. Those yellow scarf commoners should not neglect them either."
Fei An cupped his hands and said: "I understand, I will handle it now. I will resign!"
Zhao Yun sat in the hall without speaking. He sat there quietly, watching Gao Fei's every move. Seeing that Gao Fei treated Fei An with kindness and power, he nodded with satisfaction. After Fei An left, he cupped his hands and said:
"Your Excellency's way of handling things is very unique. He not only cares for his subordinates, but also has a dignity. I admire him very much."
Gao Fei smiled and said: "He is a confidant I promoted recently. Perhaps he did something that exceeded his authority because he wanted to show off his abilities too much. Although he did a good job, if he is not managed, he will inevitably suffer in the future.
He will push himself to the limit. The reason why I did this is just to remind him and give him a warning so that when he does things in the future, he will not go too far and make Brother Zilong laugh!"
Zhao Yundao: "I think you did the right thing. You can take precautions before it happens. I really admire you."
"Brother Zilong, thank you!" Gao Fei said with a smile, "By the way, brother Zilong, I always cherish talents, but unfortunately I don't have as outstanding generals as brother Zilong. I wonder if brother Zilong is interested in joining the army.
Army, please serve me?"
There seemed to be a hint of surprise on Zhao Yun's face. He immediately stood up, walked to the center of the hall, clasped his fists and said, "Sir, I came to Quyang this time just for you. Your Excellency, Guangzong, was killed in the battle."
The thief Zhang Jiao, fought all the way from Guangzong to Xiaquyang, defeating the Yellow Turban thief. He has martial arts skills in Xiakong, but has no way to serve the country. Today, I have the honor to become your subordinate. Zilong is lucky for the rest of his life. Your Excellency,
Please accept your obeisance!"
Gao Fei was overjoyed when he heard this. He originally intended to conquer Zhao Yun, but what he never expected was that Zhao Yun actually came to his door. Surprised, he hurriedly walked down and walked to
At Zhao Yun's side, he personally helped Zhao Yun up and said loudly: "Thousands of armies are easy to get, but one general is hard to find. If you can get Zilong today, even if you give me gold and silver, I will definitely give it up!"
Zhao Yun also said happily: "It is also a blessing for Zilong to have the honor to follow you today. Even if you go up the mountain of knives or go down into the sea of fire, Zilong will never betray you!"
Gao Fei pulled Zhao Yun to sit down and held Zhao Yun's hand tightly. He was already filled with joy. With a look of joy on his face, he asked softly: "Zilong, I'm just a small former army Sima.
The fact that I killed Zhang Jue is unknown to the outside world. Everyone knows that it was Lu Zhi, the general of Bei Zhonglang, who took the credit. How did you know my name?"
Zhao Yun smiled and said: "Sir, I have a fellow countryman who is in your army. I learned about it from his mouth."
"A fellow countryman?"
"Yes, his name is Xia Houlan. He joined the army during the Yellow Turban Uprising. At that time, I did not join the army in time because my mother had no one to take care of me. I had entrusted my mother to the village a few days ago, and I happened to receive a letter from Xia Houlan.
It said that he was your lord's subordinate. He saw your lord kill Zhang Jiao and Zhang Liang with his own eyes. He said that your lord was the most heroic man he had ever seen. Then I came out from home and came all the way down to Quyang to join you.
.”
After hearing this, Gao Fei slowly thought about the scene when he first met Zhao Yun. Seeing that although Zhao Yun knew his name, he did not show as much joy as he did now. He secretly said in his heart: "The king chooses his ministers, so why not the ministers?"
When it comes to choosing a monarch, it seems that from the beginning to now, Zhao Yun has been hiding it, secretly inspecting me, and asking me to perform well. Otherwise, how can Zhao Yun be willing to surrender to me? He can see me beheading him with his own eyes.
The only people who killed Zhang Jiao were the twenty or thirty cavalrymen I brought with me at the time. It seemed that Xiahoulan must be one of those cavalrymen. Although Xiahoulan was not as superior as Zhao Yun, it was because of him that Zhao Yun came to seek refuge.
For me, not to mention that I am now employing people, and recruiting one more talent will give me more strength."
"Brother Zilong, how about I call Xia Houlan and let you have a happy gathering?"
"Thank you for your help, sir!"
Gao Fei immediately sent someone to find Xia Houlan in the army's cavalry. When Xia Houlan entered the county government hall, Gao Fei did feel that he looked familiar, but he didn't know his name.
Xia Houlan is not very tall, about 1.68 meters tall. His body is a little thin, but he is plump and his eyes are shrewd. As soon as he entered the hall, he saw Zhao Yun sitting there, and there was a surprise on his face.
But he still did not forget his identity, and bowed to Gao Fei: "Xiahoulan, my dear, see you, sir!"
Gao Fei looked at Xia Houlan and asked, "Are you still a corps commander now?"
Xia Houlan replied: "Yes, sir!"
"Xia Houlan, Zhao Yun is right in front of you. I'm sure you are no strangers to him. He has now become my subordinate. Speaking of which, you have a share of credit. Now that I am employing people, you will
How about being transferred to my personal army camp and serving as the captain of my personal army?"
Xia Houlan said happily: "Thank you for the promotion, sir. I will never forget you!"
Gao Fei smiled, turned around and said to Zhao Yun: "Zilong, although you have just arrived, you have done a great job in killing Zhang Bao, so you might as well become a military prince for the time being."
Zhao Yun declined and said: "I understand your kindness, but the credit for killing Zhang Bao is not mine, but the result of Zhang Fei's pursuit. I am a newbie here. If I serve as a military lord from the beginning,
I'm afraid it will cause criticism. I am willing to start as a pawn under your lord. As long as I can follow your lord, I will be satisfied."
Gao Fei shook his head and said: "No, no, with your skills, it would be a pity to be a foot soldier. Although Zhang Fei chased Zhang Bao for more than a hundred miles, you were the one who killed Zhang Bao. This is your credit."
I won’t hide...but what you said does make sense. How about this, you and Xia Houlan temporarily serve as my captains, what do you think?"
Zhao Yun hesitated and said: "Well..."
Xia Houlan immediately interrupted Zhao Yun's words and shouted loudly: "Zhao Zilong, why don't you thank me for your promotion?"
Zhao Yun glanced at Xia Houlan and saw that he winked at him, and Gao Fei glanced at him expectantly. He immediately held up his hands and said, "Since the Lord loves me so much, Zilong would rather be respectful than obey my orders!"
Gao Fei laughed and held Zhao Yun in his arms, looking very excited.
There was laughter and laughter in the hall, and the aroma of wine and meat outside the hall. The soldiers served wine and meat one after another, and filled the open space in front of the hall with tables and chairs. Not long after, the military lords of the Han army came to the camp.
After everyone arrived, together with Liao Hua, Pei Yuanshao and Bian Xi who had surrendered, they came to the county government office.
Two hundred camp commanders and several military princes, led by Lu Heng, bowed to Gao Fei and said, "See you, sir!"
Gao Fei was also very happy. He stood under the eaves of the hall, with Zhao Yun and Xia Houlan standing behind him. He cupped his hands to everyone with great joy and said: "Now that the Hebei Yellow Turban has been decided, everyone has contributed a lot. Today is a happy day, and
I am even more happy to have found two talented people, Zhao Yun and Xia Houlan. Let's all sit down together and have a drink."
"promise!"
Gao Fei held Zhao Yun in one hand and Xia Houlan in the other, and sat in front of a table, surrounded by Liu Bei, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Zhou Cang, Lu Heng, Guan Hai, Liao Hua, Bian Xi, and Pei Yuanshao.
, Fei An and others, after his "cheers", everyone raised their glasses together and drank happily.
After drinking a glass of wine, Liu Bei looked at Zhao Yun, who was sitting diagonally across from him. He felt very sad, but his face still showed some joy, and he thought slowly: "The Yellow Turbans of Hebei were pacified, and the three brothers Zhang Jiao
Everyone died in the battle, and the Yellow Turban Army is gone. The court will definitely award awards. At that time, it will be time for me to leave Gao Fei with Yun Chang and Yide to go on my own. Zhao Yun, a good helper has been lost. It's a pity.
Ah, what a pity!"
That night, the whole city of Xiaquyang was filled with joy. Both the officers and soldiers and the people who had just returned to the embrace of the Han Dynasty were filled with joy. At the celebration banquet, Gao Fei got a super-level warrior like Zhao Yun, which made him happy.
He kept drinking heavily, only to realize that there was no more wine in his bowl, so he asked someone to pour it. As for how much he poured or how much he drank, he seemed to have no memory. Until finally, when he felt dizzy and dizzy, he closed his eyes and thought of something.
No one knows anymore.
When he opened his eyes again, it was already noon the next day. He was sleeping on a large bed, naked. He turned his head and glanced outside, seeing the sun shining brightly outside, and the bright light coming from the closed window.
The light came in. He moved his head and felt that he still had a headache, so he stopped moving and continued to lie on the bed, muttering to himself: "Hey, I will never be so greedy in the future!"