After a night of tracking, the scouts finally found out Zhang Xiu's whereabouts.
Zhang Xiu evacuated overnight, not heading back north to Chang'an, but heading east, heading straight for Qingni Pass.
As for Zhang Xiu's intentions, Wang Can no longer cared about it, because Zhang Xiu went east and had withdrawn from the war, and there was no longer any threat.
When the army was heading towards Chang'an, Wang Yue had already shouted out Wang Can's slogan of raising troops to "clear the emperor's side" and decided that Ma Teng was a traitor to the country and a person who deceived the emperor. In this way, Wang Can had the moral right to attack Chang'an.
.At the same time, Xi Zhicai also publicized Cao Cao's slogan of "Kill Ma Teng and clear the emperor's side". The purpose of raising troops was to eliminate Chao Gang, not to rebel.
The two people unanimously took the lead to occupy Daoyi, and then attacked Chang'an openly.
Both Cao Cao and Wang Can knew the benefits of keeping the little emperor in a cage, so they would not let him go.
Especially the fact that Chang'an was captured by Ma Teng shows that the little emperor has extraordinary abilities. If the little emperor is allowed to develop and grow gradually, it will be detrimental to both Cao Cao and Wang Can.
Perhaps Liu Xie has extraordinary abilities and can be the leader of ZTE.
However, Liu Xiesheng was not at the right time.
Because Wang Can's goal is very clear, he has long had the idea of usurping the Han Dynasty and self-reliance. Cao Cao is ambitious, but he has not yet reached the point of usurping the Han Dynasty and self-reliance. However, Cao Cao will not hand over the power in his hands, and Cao Cao has the power to help the world.
If he wants to realize his ambition, he does not want Liu Xie to develop. He can only let Liu Xie become a caged bird or ignore political affairs.
Although Wang Can and Cao Cao had different goals in mind, neither would give up their rights.
Liu Xie wanted to develop self-reliance, but went against the wishes of Cao Cao and Wang Can
Because Liu Xie had grown stronger, it was difficult to contain it, so both Wang Can and Cao Cao made up their minds to attack Chang'an. When the news first came out, the envoys sent by Liu Xie were already on the road and were about to approach their armies.
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The scorching sun was shining in the sky, and a team of more than a hundred people moved forward quickly on the official road.
The person at the front of the team was wearing a white robe, an ancient crown on his head, and a white war horse riding on his hip. He was riding fast. This person was none other than Ma Chao, the envoy sent by Liu Xie.
Pound wore armor and rode behind Ma Chao, leading a hundred soldiers to protect Ma Chao's safety.
Along the way, the expression on Pang De's face kept changing, and he obviously encountered a problem. He took a deep breath, and finally rode up to catch up with Ma Chao, saying: "My eldest son, Wang Can has raised an army to 'Qing Jun Side' and wants to kill the lord.
, thus hijacking the Emperor. Such things have already happened, why do you still need to read out the imperial edict? Isn't this just delivered to your door?"
A smile appeared on Ma Chao's lips and he said: "I am your Majesty's envoy, and I have a gift (a token of the emperor) personally awarded by your Majesty. Since Wang Can is a courtier of the Han Dynasty, what can he do to me? I forgive him for not daring to do anything."
He glanced sideways into the distance, with an expectant look on his face.
Pang De thought for a while and continued to persuade: "Eldest Young Master, although Wang Can does not dare to kill us, if Wang Can detains us in the military camp and threatens the Lord with the Eldest Young Master's life, I am afraid it will be detrimental to the Lord!"
When Ma Chao heard this, his expression changed drastically.
He really hadn't thought of the question Pound raised.
For a long time, Ma Chao believed that as long as Wang Can was an official of the Han Dynasty and did not rebel, his safety could not be threatened. However, Ma Chao ignored that Wang Can could detain them in the military camp. Once Ma Chao and others were imprisoned, it would be difficult to
Escape. The expression on Ma Chao's face kept changing, thinking about how to deal with it.
"stop!"
Ma Chao made a move and shouted loudly.
Suddenly, all the soldiers stopped. Ma Chao raised his head and looked into the distance. If he didn't meet Wang Can for a while, he would be very unwilling and unwilling. However, if he was detained in Wang Can's military camp, Wang Can would threaten Ma Teng.
This was something Ma Chao did not want to see. This situation put Ma Chao in a dilemma.
Ma Chao asked: "Ling Ming, it's not important to convey the order, but I want to meet Wang Can for a while. What can you do?"
Pang De shook his head and said: "Young Master, you are a fool and can't think of a solution."
Ma Chao stared at Pang De, chuckled, and said: "You Pang Ling are wise and brave, how can you not come up with a solution? This matter is left to you to consider. If you can't come up with a solution when you arrive at Wang Can's camp
If there is a way, I will directly bring people into Wang Can’s camp to deliver the order.”
In one word, he lightly recommended it to Pound.
Ma Chao just acted like a rogue and didn't care. Look at you, Pang De, and you still haven't worked hard to find a solution.
When Pang De heard this, a bitter smile appeared on his face, and he had no choice but to do his best. He carefully considered how to retreat safely and satisfy Ma Chao's wish. At this time, Ma Chao had already ordered the team to move forward and rush towards Wang Can's army.
Time gradually passed, but there was no anxious look in Ma Chao's eyes, instead he was relaxed and comfortable.
An idea flashed in Pang De's mind and he said, "Master, I will finally think of a way."
Ma Chao was overjoyed and asked hurriedly: "Tell me, what can I do?"
Pang De said seriously: "The eldest son is the emperor's envoy, why do you need to go to Wang Can's camp in person? The eldest son first asked his subordinates to stop and find an open place to station. Then he sent a soldier to inform Wang Can.
Let him accept the emperor's will in person, so that Wang Can leaves the camp instead of the eldest son going into the tiger's den."
"Okay! Okay! Okay!"
Ma Chao said hello three times in a row, with a look of joy on his face.
He was the envoy sent by the little emperor, and it was reasonable and well-founded. It was normal for the soldiers to notify Wang Can to receive the order, and there was nothing inappropriate about it. Although the soldiers under Ma Chao were few, they were all elite, and so were Ma Chao and Pang De.
The world's first-class warriors are very skilled in martial arts. As long as they are stationed in an open place, they can leave at any time.
Ma Chao bowed to Pang De and said, "Ling Ming, I have offended many people in the past. I hope you can forgive me."
Pang De had a look of astonishment on his face. Is this the arrogant Ma Chao?
In fact, for a person like Ma Chao, you can gain Ma Chao's respect as long as you show your ability to be recognized by him. If you are not capable, Ma Chao will not even take a look. Ma Chao knows that Pang De is extraordinary in martial arts, so he is just cautious about what Pang De does.
, feeling uncomfortable. Now Pang De solved Ma Chao's problem with a little trick, and he was very grateful to Pang De.
Pang De reacted instantly, cupped his fists and said, "General Mo has long forgotten what happened in the past. I just hope that the eldest son can think more about it and not put himself in danger."
Ma Chao nodded and said: "Yes, I understand. Okay, let's find a place to stop first, and then send someone to notify Wang Can." More than a hundred soldiers continued to move forward, and finally stopped at an empty and spacious official road. The group of people
After settling in, Ma Chao immediately sent a soldier to rush towards Wang Can's army.
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The weather was hot, but Wang Can led the army as fast as ever.
However, you still have to stop and rest from time to time.
At this time, Wang Can was taking Jia Xu and others to investigate the situation in the army and at the same time cheering the soldiers up.
Just as Wang Can was leading people to inspect the soldiers, the school lieutenant in charge quickly ran to Wang Can, clasped his fists and said: "Sir, a soldier sent by the imperial court appeared on the official road. It is said that the imperial envoy has stopped ten miles ahead.
Come down, the envoy of the imperial court invites the lord to go ten miles away to receive the order."
After hearing this, Wang Can raised his eyebrows, and immediately ordered: "Bring the soldier back immediately, and I will question him personally."
The captain clasped his fists and replied: "No!"
After saying that, the captain turned around and left to bring the soldiers over.
PS: Guaranteed to be the second of four updates. Because I stayed up all night last night, there were a lot of typos in the last chapter, which was very annoying. It has been revised, sorry.
