Since Zhang Er and Chen Yu asked for orders to go north and march towards Zhao Di, Chen Sheng, in order to prevent the two from plotting evil, appointed Wu Chen as the general, Shao Sao as the guard, Zhang Er and Chen Yu as the left and right captains, and led three thousand troops to march towards Zhao Di.
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The mighty Zhang Chu army crossed the river from Baimajin and headed north. Along the way, no matter in counties or villages, the military officials gave orders to send letters and lists to inform the people that Qin's law was cruel, imposed excessive taxes, collected corvees and garrisoned troops every year.
At the border, everyone was indignant. Chen Sheng, the king of Zhang Chu, mobilized his troops to go north to rescue the people, overthrow the violent Qin Dynasty, restore the old business, etc.
For a time, Anyang, Ye, Wu'an and other places responded one after another and surrendered to the military officials. The military officials also gathered powerful men along the way, recruited soldiers and horses, purchased weapons everywhere, and opened the treasury of each city to distribute weapons and food to the people. At this time, the army had changed from the original
The number of people increased from 3,000 to more than 20,000. The momentum was huge and Handan County was in turmoil.
However, there are still some counties and cities that are clinging to the city and refusing to surrender to the military officials, especially Handan County, which is the capital of Handan County. This was the old capital of Zhao State, Handan City. Moreover, there are many surrounding cities that recruit militia groups and set up defenses in the city to strictly guard against military officials.
After the sneak attack, the exhausted military officials had to station their troops on the Zhanghe River line to engage in a stalemate with Handan.
At this time, in the Wuchen camp, the north gate was wide open, and more than a hundred scouts were running around, running in different directions. They were spying on Handan's situation, capturing some spies and people who had escaped from Handan City, and understanding the current situation in Handan.
In the big tent, the military officials were even more anxious. Half of Handan County had surrendered, but Handan County refused to surrender. There were still many counties that were difficult to conquer. This would affect the speed and time limit for regaining Zhao. On the side, Shao Sao and Zhang Er
, Chen Yu, Han Guang, Li Liang and other advisers and generals sat down one after another to discuss how to conquer Handan.
At this time, the tent was extremely quiet, and everyone was meditating on countermeasures. The military official paced back and forth, and after a while, he also sat back in his seat. If it didn't work, the military official decided to attack Handan City.
Although he currently has more than 20,000 troops, his foundation in Handan County is still unstable. If he attacks Handan and wins, he can recharge his batteries in Handan County. But once he loses, he can try to establish himself in Handan County.
, it will be very difficult, and the Qin army may be driven back to the south of the Yellow River.
This was the reason why the military officials were reluctant to attack Handan County. Just when the military officials were sighing and thinking hard about countermeasures, Li Liang stood up and said angrily: "If the general gives me 10,000 troops, I am willing to attack Handan."
City, if you don’t take this city, I swear you won’t return to the army!”
Li Liang's words aroused everyone's fighting spirit. On the side, Zhang Yan also stood up and echoed: "I am willing to serve as deputy and attack Handan City!"
Everyone stood up one after another, "Please give the order, General!"
Seeing that everyone was planning to attack Handan, the military minister was determined in his heart, so he stood up and said angrily: "Okay, I will not stop until Handan is conquered!"
"I am willing to serve the general!" Everyone responded one after another, but at this moment, one person stood up and shouted: "Slow down!"
Everyone looked at this person, who was Zhang Er. At this time, he had lightly brushed his beard and sighed: "If we attack Handan by force, even if we win, will the general still have the ability to continue going north?"
"This..." Wu Chen hesitated slightly. At this time, Zhang Er continued to ask: "Even if the general is able to go north, how many troops and horses do we have to garrison Handan? Don't the troops and horses from Shangdang, Hanoi, and Hedong counties not know how to do it?"
Do you want to take the opportunity to recapture Handan? If the general is willing to listen to me, Handan can be defeated in less than half a year!"
"Oh? Sir, please give me a plan!" Wu Chen saw that Zhang Er had a solution, so he couldn't help but smile and walked over, hand over his hand to ask for advice. Zhang Er was very satisfied with Wu Chen's attitude. Only such people can achieve great things. Thinking of this, Zhang Er
He bowed his hand to the military official in return, then came to the map, pointed at it and said: "General, if you are willing to listen to my words, you might as well head north first. Firstly, to regain Zhao's land and gather strength. Secondly, wait and see what happens.
Waiting for an opportunity to return to Handan, no matter what, it will be more advantageous than the general attacking Handan now."
The tent became silent, and many people had silently returned to their seats. Only the military minister was still bowing his head in thought. If he attacked Handan at this time, the losses would be far greater than what he could gain. But if he continued to go north, according to his current situation
With his strength, he should be able to occupy a place. If the Japanese have a stable foundation and most of the Zhao people beg to surrender, why worry about not being able to win the small Handan City?
Thinking of this, the military official said with emotion: "The city of Handan is firmly defended and the defense is very tight. It is not easy to shake now. If we don't listen to Zhang Er's words and move to the northeast, there is still a slight chance of improvement. In the future, we can return to Handan and wipe out the whole city."
Zhao Di."
Having said this, the military official stared at the crowd and resolutely ordered: "Generals, listen to the order, assemble the troops, and march north in half an hour!"
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Fanyang is located in the south of Guangyang County. It is one of the main roads for Julu County to go north. It has more than a thousand defenders. The county seat of Guangyang County is located in Zhuo County. Therefore, the main defense of Guangyang County is not in the Fanyang area.
However, the military ministers' march north has caused people in various counties to panic, and many counties have begun to riot. The rebels used farm tools at home or old weapons left over from the Warring States Period to respond to Zhang Chuguo's call, killing officials, seizing county towns, and welcoming the military ministers to go north.
Moreover, in just half a month, the military strength of the military officials increased sharply, reaching more than 40,000 people, an unprecedented scale. This also made Xu Gong, the magistrate of Fanyang County, feel on pins and needles, depressed and irritable all day long.
However, the spies sent out reported that after the military officials captured Yi County, they followed the opinions of the rebellious people and burned Yixian County Magistrate Qiao Jiaxiang and County Prime Minister Zhao Tianqian to death. The method was extremely cruel, which also made Xu, who had originally intended to surrender to Zhang Chu's army
The public wanted to retreat, so he had to fortify the city and defend it.
At this time, the county captain Feng Junyou had gone to recruit people and prepared to go to the city to defend the city, but Xu Gong was depressed and still refused to leave the government office. If Fan Yang fell, not only would his life be difficult to save, but his family would also be difficult to save.
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Xu Gong once thought that if he abandoned the city and left, the county magistrate and the glory and wealth would all be fleeting and worth mentioning compared with his life. But in the world, where would he be?
Land? If Qin defeated the bandit army, would they pardon themselves? If Zhang Chu defeated the Qin army, would they pardon themselves as officials of Qin?
I am afraid that I will die at that time too. Instead of suffering in the future, it is better to fight to the death today. Thinking of this, Xu Gong's determination to defend the city gradually became firmer.
After another moment of thought, Duke Xu turned around and ordered: "Prepare your horses, I'm going to the south gate to check the city defenses!"
A soldier singing Nuosheng was heard outside the door. Xu Gong also walked to the inner room at this time, took his sword from the wall, and strode out, but he met a soldier who was walking quickly.
Kneeling on one knee, he loudly reported: "Your Majesty the County Magistrate, there is a man claiming to be Kuai Che who is outside asking for an audience!"
Xu Gong was upset at this time. He thought for a moment and realized that he didn't seem to recognize Kuai Che, so he scolded: "What Kuai Che? I don't know him!"
Seeing that the magistrate didn't know Kuai Che, the soldiers had no choice but to sing a promise. But remembering Kuai Che's words, he raised his hands and said, "But this man once said that he has a way to save the magistrate's life."
Hearing what the soldiers said, Xu Gong stopped. He lowered his head and thought for a moment. If Kuai Che really had a way to repel the enemy and save his own life, why not meet him. With this thought, Xu Gong continued to walk out, but
But he already said: "Take him to the living room and wait."
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In the living room, Kuai Che was sitting on a soft mat. In front of him was a glass of water, which was still steaming. Although Mr. Xu was too cold to him and wouldn't even give him a cup of tea, Kuai Che didn't have any anger at all.
At this time, Kuai Che blew a few puffs of hot air and took a sip at the mouth of the tea cup. A stream of heat flowed into the esophagus and went straight to the stomach. He felt warm all over his body. Kuai Che couldn't help laughing at himself.
He traveled thousands of miles to rescue Duke Xu. Although it was a plan to get close to the military ministers, he, Duke Xu, should accept this love. But at this time, a glass of water came to treat him. It was really chilling.
But fortunately, the water is hot and can warm my heart, which is about to become cold.
Just when Kuai Che was meditating, there were rapid footsteps at the door. Xu Gong quickly appeared at the door of the living room. He stepped into the threshold, clasped his hands, cupped his hands and said with a smile: "Keep the guests waiting for a long time."
At this time, Xu Gong walked to the opposite side of Kuai Che and was about to sit down. He saw a glass of water in front of Kuai Che. He couldn't help turning his head and drank: "Who is so bold and dares to give my guests water!"
A soldier from the government hurriedly walked in and took the water away. After a while, he brought two cups of hot tea and placed them in front of the two of them. Then he left slowly. Seeing the soldiers leaving, Mr. Xu smiled apologetically:
"It's because of my lax management and my negligence. Please forgive me."
Kuai Che didn't care about these things. He handed over his hand and went straight to the topic: "Xu Gong is in danger, why don't you reflect on yourself?"
Kuai Che's words were like a headless riddle, leaving Xu Gong a little confused. However, the word "catastrophe is imminent" was in line with Xu Gong's worries these days. Xu Gong could only take over the words and sighed: "The bandit army initiated the plan.
Que, it’s really hard to resist, it’s really hard to resist..."
Xu Gong also said half a sentence, and did not say whether to conquer the bandits. He only sighed and shook his head. Seeing that Xu Gong did not understand what he meant, Kuai Che could only say clearly: "Xu Gong, please listen to me."
Kuai Che picked up the tea cup, took a sip, cleared his throat, and then said: "Xu Gong has been serving in Fan Yang for several years. I dare to ask Xu Gong, how many people have he killed? How many people have he wronged? How much land has he robbed?
How many women have you raped? I would like to ask Mr. Xu, will these people who have enmity with you rebel against Fan Yang when the military officials are attacking the city?"
Xu Gong was asked by Kuai Che, and his face turned red for a moment. All of his old stories were exposed by Kuai Che. Just imagine, Kuai Che's words are not unreasonable. Xu Gong sighed again. At this time, Kuai Che said again:
"Once Zhang Chu's army attacks the city and Fan Yang changes internally, just imagine, will Xu Gong have a way out? At that time, Xu Gong's family will be dragged to the streets and executed in public. I feel worthless for Xu Gong!"
Xu Gong was completely convinced by Kuai Che. He couldn't help but get up and walk to Kuai Che. He cupped his hands and said, "May I ask, sir, if you have any good advice for me?"
Seeing that Duke Xu finally asked, Kuai Che nodded and said with a squinted smile: "The key lies with the military officials. If Duke Xu does not give up, I am willing to send military officials on behalf of Duke Xu. Not only can I avoid Duke Xu's death, but also Xu Gong can be saved."
The Duke is still in his official position, enjoying endless wealth and glory. May I ask how you feel about Duke Xu?"
Xu Gong thought to himself, how could such a good thing happen in the world?
But now, Xu Gong had no other way to go. Xu Gong could only nod in agreement, then turned around and shouted outside the hall: "Come here, prepare three hundred yi of gold and a fast horse. I will personally escort Kuai Che out of the city."
