Chapter 789: Tao Qiuhong, a famous scholar from the plains
"Xiaoguan is not an independent pass. It is closely related to the strategic position of the Qin Great Wall. The Qin Great Wall and the towns and fortresses built along the Great Wall in Huanxian County form a complete defense system. In addition, the Guoer Mountain around the county seat
, Yuhuang Mountain, the three beacons on the plateau to the east of the city and the city barrier at Chengzigang, Shenjiatai and the ditch in the east of the city surround the county seat in the center, forming a strong artificial barrier. The three beacons are built on the commanding heights of Xiaoguan, which can
Echoing each other from a distance, it can also overlook the entire area where Huanjiang, Chengxichuan and Chengdonggou meet, as well as the 5 square kilometers of river valleys, mountains, rivers, roads, villages, etc. inside and outside the pass, forming a three-dimensional defense system vertically and horizontally.
The careful design and ingenious layout amaze the world." A scribe stood up in the tent and said.
Zuo Aoran noticed that this man looked strange, and he was dressed as a scholar. He spoke clearly about the geography of Xiaoguan. He did not dare to be negligent at that moment, and hurriedly stood up and saluted, "I wonder who you are? How do you know so much about Xiaoguan's territory?"
"I've met Marshal Zuo. I'm Tao Qiuhong, who temporarily assumes the position of commander-in-chief in the army." Tao Qiuhong saluted Zuo Aoran.
"I have given way to Chen Liubian, who is as famous as Kong Rong in Beihai, and Tao Qiuhong, a famous scholar from the plains. Ran has met Mr. Sir, please come and sit on the person on the left hand side." Zuo Aoran walked to the handsome case and personally invited Tao Qiuhong to sit at the head of the table.
Although Tao Qiuhong didn't stand it, he was a helpless scribe sitting in front of these generals who had made great achievements in battle, which made them unbearable. Among them were Jiang Yiqu, Yan Liang, Wen Chou, Xu Chu, and Han Aluminum.
Zhu Ci, Murong Ping, Lei Xu, Wu Ba, Zhou Tai, Jiang Qin, Zu Lang and others all had some faint attacks. It can be said that although their faces were not good, they did not make any big moves. However, Gao Lan was the only one.
He looked like he didn't care.
"Marshal Zuo doesn't have to be like this. Hong just likes to read books related to geography. He also loves to travel around the world and see the famous mountains and rivers all over the world. Hong has read the above words in books. I heard that Marshal Zuo
When asked, he just moved it out to show off, but Hong really doesn’t have any strategies to overcome the problem!" Tao Qiuhong said frankly.
"Sir, why should you be humble? If you have a way to overcome the barrier, teach me. I will be grateful and worship you as my teacher." Zuo Aoran said sincerely.
"Hong Shi is just a scribe who only likes to read some geography books. He really has no strategy to overcome the barrier. Marshal Zuo does not need to do this. Hong Shi is ashamed!" Tao Qiuhong was not trying to appease everyone, nor was he trying to raise his own value.
, but really had no plan, and bowed deeply to Zuo Aoran very apologetically.
Zuo Aoran saw that Tao Qiuhong didn't seem to be cheating, so he helped Tao Qiuhong up and said: "Sir, there is no need for this. Just your words have helped me a lot. I know that this level cannot be forced, but can only be outsmarted!"
"Third brother! If my brother says that he can take down Xiaoguan without any bloodshed, would you believe it?" Gao Lan felt that the situation was a bit awkward and stood up hurriedly.
"Oh?" Zuo Aoran was overjoyed when he heard this, and said hurriedly: "Brother has such a good plan, why didn't you tell me earlier? I'm so worried, brother!"
"Brother, this plan is quite simple. As long as the third brother follows me to the Xiao Pass to meet someone early tomorrow morning, this pass will be the treasure of the third brother." Gao Lan said confidently.
Zuo Aoran asked: "I wonder who brother wants me to see?"
"You and I both know this person!" Gao Lan said.
Zuo Aoran asked eagerly: "Brother, please don't show off, or you are trying to hurt me!"
"I cannot tell you the name of this person. My third brother will know it when I see him tomorrow! Let the generals have a rest. This level will be reached soon!" Gao Lan laughed and walked out of the tent.
Zuo Aoran was so confused that he had no idea what kind of medicine Gao Lan was selling in this gourd. He refused to tell him when asked, so he could only disperse the tent and let everyone go back to their tents to rest and prepare to receive what Gao Lan said.
Xiao Guan can be captured without any bloodshed!
At dawn the next day, Zuo Aoran finished his breakfast and without sending out any troops or lining up, he followed Gao Lan to Xiaoguan and arrived at the gate of Xiaoguan City. Gao Lan pulled his neck on his horse and shouted: "Soldiers at the gate, listen.
Really, please inform your city guard as soon as possible and tell him that his brother who once worshiped you is here to see him and ask him to come out of seclusion as soon as possible and answer the question!"
The soldiers in the gate could naturally hear Gao Lan's shouting, but no one responded. However, someone had reported it to the meeting hall in the gate a long time ago. Now the position of the city guard of Xiaoguan has already changed hands. It is not Sun Guan, but Xin Guan.
Here comes Zang Bazangxuan Gao!
If we talk about Zang Ba, it would be a long story. Every day and night is enough. But we can only briefly summarize it now. When Zhang Jiao organized the Yellow Turban Uprising, Zang Ba was subordinate to Tao Qian and defeated him several times.
The Yellow Turban bandits at the junction of Xuzhou and Qingzhou, Tao Qian then worshiped Zang Ba as the Cavalry Commander.
Zang Ba, who returned with his army after the victory, was besieged by Sun Guan, Wu Dun, Yin Li, and Chang Xi. Zang Ba defeated the four generals and made friends with them. However, Tao Qian suspected that Zang Ba had united with the thieves to plot against Xuzhou.
So he sent troops to drive away Zang Ba. Zang Ba had no choice but to gather his troops and go up the mountain to fall grass. Sun Guan, Wu Dun, Yin Li, Chang Xi and others recommended Zang Ba as their commander-in-chief and stationed in Kaiyang, becoming the overlord of their own.
Since then, Zang Ba has often heard about the name of his sworn brother Zuo Aoran, from the leader of the rebel army who annihilated the Yellow Turban bandits to the pioneer officer of Pingxi Zhengyin appointed by Emperor Liu Hong. Zang Ba often wanted to defect, but he was concerned about his own bandits.
Because of his identity, he was afraid that he would be looked down upon, and he was even more afraid that his brother would be criticized and said that he had a brother who was a thief, so Zang Ba gave up the idea again.
Later, Zuo Aoran first put down the rebellion of the Western Qiang, and then ordered Zhang Chun to rebel in Yuyang, and then defeated the Wuhuan rebel army, expelled the invading Xianbei, and the Xiongnu army became famous in the world in one fell swoop. It was even more difficult for Zang Ba to surrender, so
Zang Ba then settled in Mount Tai, staying with Sun Guan, Wu Dun, Yin Li, Chang Xi and others.
In order not to disgrace his brother's reputation, Zang Ba never mentioned to anyone the fact that he, Zuo Aoran, and Gao Lan were sworn sworn friends. They had always kept it secret. He originally wanted to spend the rest of his life just like that.
But Lu Bu came looking for him.
Lu Bu attacked Xuzhou at night, but he was not strong enough. After hearing about Zang Ba's deeds, he brought Chen Gong and Zhang Liao to visit. Zang Ba, who was originally depressed, was inspired by Chen Gong's words and became more motivated.
After some discussion, Sun Guan, Wu Dun, Yin Li, and Chang Xi decided to unite with Lu Bu, and Zang Ba even joined Lu Bu's command.
Xuzhou, which had just been captured, was also unstable. Zang Ba followed Lü Bu in conquests, and had just stabilized the interior of Xuzhou. However, after the battle, Zang Ba's bravery was recognized by Lü Bu, and he was promoted to the second among the eight capable generals.
The status is extraordinary!
Cao Cao led his army to attack Lü Bu. Lü Bu led his army to defeat Xiaopei and Liu Bei, leaving Zhang Liao and Gao Shun to stop Cao Cao. Hearing that Zuo Aoran's troops had entered Xiao Pass, Lü Bu had no generals around him. He wanted to send Chen Gong and Zang Ba to come to Xiao Pass together.
As a result, something unexpected happened. Chen Gong returned to Xuzhou City, but Zang Ba led an army of five thousand to help Xiaoguan. However, as soon as Zang Ba arrived at Xiaoguan, Gao Lan got the news, and then he dared to speak arrogantly, leading Zuo Ao to
Ran rode alone to meet General Xiao Guan.
Not long after waiting, the door of Xiaoguan was opened and the suspension bridge was lowered. I saw a horse running up from the opposite side. A general immediately sat upright and came straight towards him. As he got closer, Zuo Aoran
Look at how powerful this person is. How can you tell? There is praise to prove it!
