kvmb Chapter 106 Send troops
Chapter 106 Send troops
Chapter 106: Dispatching Troops
Yu Furuo's attitude changed. He pulled Zhong Yao to sit down and became enthusiastic.
Zhong Yao remained almost motionless and allowed Yu Furo to be polite.
After briefly easing the atmosphere, Yu Fuluo said, "Zhong Tingwei, can the court really help me?"
Zhong Yao looked at him and said, "Chanyu, Dong Zhuo has entered the court, the Three Qiang have surrendered, and Bingzhou is under the control of the court! Can Xubu Guduhou really do anything after entering the Great Wall? He is bound to be defeated! Moreover, many old kings in the royal court are dissatisfied with Xubu Guduhou. If the court sends troops, how long can Xubu Guduhou hold out?"
Yu Fuluo's eyes became more and more eager, but he became alert again in an instant, and said: "Zhong Tingwei, the court, you are not going to take this opportunity to eliminate me, right?"
Zhong Yao smiled and said, "The Chanyu has only 3,000 men, entrenched in Hedong, near Luoyang. How difficult would it be for the court to wipe them out? Compared to Xubuguduhou, the Chanyu is loyal to the court, and your majesty can see that. This time, in addition to 20 million yuan and 10,000 dan of grain, there will also be an imperial edict. After defeating Xubuguduhou, it will be issued by an angel to officially enthrone the Chanyu."
Yu Fuluo still had doubts about Zhong Yao's words, but his situation was indeed very bad. After thinking it over, he said, "Zhong Tingwei, what do you want me to do?"
Zhong Yao's expression suddenly became serious. He looked at Yu Fuluo and said, "Lead the troops to Taiyuan and accept the orders of Lu Shijun."
Yu Fuluo felt relieved. As long as he didn't take over his troops, everything would be fine. He raised his glass and said in a deep voice, "It's a deal!"
Zhong Yao didn't like drinking much, but he still raised his glass and said, "It's a deal."
They both drank it in one gulp.
Putting down his wine glass, Yu Furo began to ask about the details, strategies and tactics of the operation.
Zhong Yao naturally wouldn't tell Yu Furuo everything, but he still gave him a few pointers.
After hearing this, Yu Fuluo immediately said, "Tomorrow morning, I will lead my troops north."
Seeing that he had convinced Yu Furuo, Zhong Yao felt a little relieved. Next, he had to go to the Three Qiang to stabilize Han Sui and others.
'I don't know what's going on with the Black Mountain Army...' Zhong Yao thought to himself.
The situation in Bingzhou is very complicated. In addition to Dong Zhuo, the Three Qiang, and Yufuluo, there is another major force, the Black Mountain Army.
At this time, Liu Yu, the governor of Youzhou, personally led a large army to the Black Mountain Army's sphere of influence, and sent his staff to meet with the leader of the Black Mountain Army, Zhang Yan, the General of the Central Army who was in charge of pacifying the rebellion.
The Black Mountain Army was not a unified force, but an alliance of large and small "rebel armies", with the largest number being 30,000 to 50,000 and the smallest being 1,000 to 2,000 people. They were stationed in places such as the Taihang Mountains where the imperial power was weak.
The next day, the sky gradually brightened.
Gongsun Zan's face was cold, and he quickly came to the top of the city wall, stood behind Lu Zhi and said urgently: "Master, the Xiongnu bypassed Taiyuan and went to Shangdang!"
Lu Zhi stood on the top of the south gate, looking towards Shangdang County with a stern expression.
Seeing that Lu Zhi was silent, Gongsun Zan asked again, "Master?"
Lu Zhi glanced at him and said, "The Grand Marshal sent me a letter, saying that he is determined to lead the Xiongnu to Shangdang and annihilate them."
Gongsun Zan's face changed drastically, and he almost lost his voice and said, "But Your Majesty is in Shangdang?!"
Gongsun Zan couldn't help but be shocked. That was His Majesty. If anything happened, who could take the responsibility?
Lu Zhi didn't say anything, but his eyes became colder.
Although it was a letter from Huangfu Song, Lu Zhi knew in his heart that Huangfu Song was too cautious to come up with such a plan to use the emperor as bait. At least he needed the approval of the young Majesty.
Lu Zhi looked towards Shangdang, thinking about Huangfu Song's strategy, and still felt a little worried.
This plan is undoubtedly the fastest way to take effect and lure in the enemy and annihilate them, but it also carries considerable risks.
Gongsun Zan was right. If anything happens to the emperor, they will never be redeemed!
Lu Zhi thought for a while and said, "Is there still no news about Niu Fu?"
Gongsun Zan suppressed his shock and said quickly, "Not yet. He must be hiding on purpose. Master, Shangdang..."
Lu Zhi remained calm and said, "There are 30,000 soldiers in Shangdang, and enough food and fodder to last for three months."
Gongsun Zan was stunned and speechless, but soon he understood something.
No wonder his mentor sat in Taiyuan City without any panic, he was well prepared.
"Teacher, are they the troops from Sanfu?" Gongsun Zan asked. Apart from Sanfu, there is no other place with so many troops. But if Sanfu is empty, what should we do if the Qiang people take the opportunity to cause chaos?
Lu Zhi turned around and walked back, saying, "Whether Niu Fu obeys the imperial edict or not, he must have an attitude. In my name, send him a stern letter of instruction!"
Gongsun Zan followed closely behind him and asked, "Master, are you trying to force him to express his stance?"
Lu Zhi stood with his hands behind his back, walking without stopping, and said in a cold tone: "It's not him, it's Dong Zhuo."
Gongsun Zan suddenly understood and said nothing more.
At this time, on the city wall of Shangdang County, Dong Zhuo, Cao Cao, Zhang Liao, Zhao Yun and others were constantly patrolling the city and ready for battle.
After receiving the news a few days ago, everyone became nervous and did not relax for a moment.
The only one who relaxed was Liu Bian.
He was sitting under the eaves in the backyard, with a chessboard in front of him and a chess manual in his hands, studying it intently.
Pan Yin and Zuo Li on his side stood with their heads bowed, looking extremely respectful.
They could never have imagined that Liu Bian would be so courageous as to use himself as bait!
Don't even think about it!
Liu Bian's eyes were on the chessboard, and he kept making moves. After a long while, he suddenly asked, "Is there any news in the capital?"
Pan Yin quickly said, "Your Majesty, everything is normal."
Liu Bian said nothing and continued to study the chess record.
After a while, Cao Cao strode over and saluted, saying, "Your Majesty, the Huns have not come over. They seem to be hesitating."
Liu Bian frowned, turned to look at him, and said, "Did someone leak the news?"
Cao Cao said: "I suspect that the Xiongnu may be testing us."
Liu Bian nodded thoughtfully.
The Huns were not stupid. This time they suddenly broke into the Great Wall and plundered so deeply. Liu Bian always suspected that there was something fishy going on.
Cao Cao's eyes flickered, he raised his hand suddenly, and said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, I would like to fight and lure the enemy!"
Liu Bian put down the chess manual, looked at him with a smile, and said, "Don't worry, there are still some arrangements that have not been made."
Cao Cao remained expressionless, put down his hands and stood aside.
He missed Xu You a little. Although he had never liked Xu You, Xu You was indeed a smart man who could give him advice.
Liu Bian looked at Cao Cao, but he was thinking of Dong Zhuo. Then, he narrowed his eyes and said calmly, "Pan Yin, give Dong Zhuo four dishes."
Pan Yin was stunned. Why was Dong Zhuo suddenly given food?
But he did not hesitate and went to prepare.
On the other side, Dong Zhuo walked down from the city wall like a dragon and a tiger, with a big face, small eyes and red lips, and he tried his best to look majestic on his rough face.
Just as he returned to his temporary room, a eunuch came over with a plate and said, "General, His Majesty has given us some food."
Dong Zhuo looked at the four dishes on the plate and suddenly became alert. He took the plate calmly and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty."
As soon as Zhonghuangmen left, he sat down, looked at the food on the plate, with a sullen face, eyes wide open, holding his breath, his heart filled with fear and uncertainty.
Dong Zhuo knew very well the meaning of these four dishes, and his expression gradually became gloomy.
If Niu Fu surrenders, he will be at the mercy of others; if Niu Fu does not surrender, he will die now!
Dong Zhuo was extremely furious, his eyes were full of hatred and murderous intent.
After struggling and hesitating for a while, he finally picked up the pen and wrote to Niu Fu again.
After this letter was sent, he completely lost his military power. He was no longer a cause for concern for the imperial court and was at the mercy of others.
When Liu Bian found out, he just smiled and continued to handle his official business.
For three consecutive days, the expected Hun siege did not occur, and the news between Taiyuan City and Shangdang County was intermittent.
Everyone else remained calm, except Cao Cao, who stood on the top of the city wall from time to time, looking to the north, and everyone could see his desire to go to war.
A few days later, several reports came from the capital.
Liu Bian looked at him and frowned from time to time.
The restructuring of Sili did not proceed smoothly, with one problem after another appearing. Tang Mao's way of dealing with them was basically to "fool around" without any courage at all.
The transportation of taxes was also obstructed at every turn. Local officials, both big and small, did not buy into the new governor of grain at all. They used all kinds of covert means and many conflicts had broken out.
It’s not that there is no good news.
After Zhong Yao persuaded Yu Fuluo, he also stabilized the Three Qiang. The Black Mountain Army in Youzhou also calmed down under Liu Yu's coercion and inducement.
Liu Bian didn't have the energy to care about the capital for the time being. After careful consideration, he whispered to himself, "The only thing missing is Niu Fu."
Bingzhou and its surrounding areas have been basically integrated. The only obstacle is Niu Fu!
Pan Yin and Zuo Li stood not far from him, with their heads lowered respectfully.
Liu Bian looked out the door. It was drizzling again. A murderous look flashed in his eyes. He said, "It will only take one day at the latest."
Even if the letters were slow to arrive, Niu Fu would only have one day to reply.
Pan Yin twitched his lips unconsciously. He understood what Liu Bian meant. If there was still no news about Niu Fu by tomorrow, that would be the day of Dong Zhuo's death.
"His Majesty!"
Zhao Yun walked quickly, holding an arrow, and came to Liu Bian and said, "It was just shot from outside the city."
Zuo Li rushed over, took off the note, turned around and handed it to Liu Bian.
When Liu Bian saw this, his brows immediately furrowed - the Huns were besieging Xihe County.
Looking at the note, Liu Bian felt very strange. Was this Xubu Gudu Hou really here to rob?
In fact, Xubuguduhou was just like him in that he had been in power for a short time. The difference was that Xubuguduhou killed the old Chanyu and usurped the throne, while he was the successor.
What is the same is that both of them need prestige.
"Isn't it to establish authority?"
Liu Bian felt puzzled and had no idea about the purpose of Xubu Gudu Hou's invasion.
After thinking for a while, Liu Bian remained calm and said, "Pass it on to Lu Qing's family."
Liu Bian was a complete layman when it came to deploying troops, so after he and Huangfu Song decided on a strategy, he left all tactical arrangements to Lu Zhi.
"Yes." Pan Yin responded, took the note and left in a hurry.
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Taiyuan County.
Lu Zhi was patrolling the city in armor.
Following behind him were Hua Xiong and Guo Si, both of whom were holding swords and were half a head taller than Lu Zhi.
Arriving at the west city gate, I looked towards the direction of Xihe County.
Hua Xiong asked, "Sir, the Xiongnu are besieging Xihe. Aren't you sending troops to support them?"
Guo Si's eyes moved slightly, and he asked, "Are you worried about an ambush?"
Lu Zhi habitually put his hands behind his back and said, "Yufuluo, the Black Mountain Army, and the Three Qiangs basically don't need to worry about it."
Hua Xiong, Guo Si immediately stopped talking, his expression dark.
The original situation in Bingzhou was very complicated. All the small rebellions were suppressed by Gongsun Zan. The only big ones were Yufuluo and the Black Mountain Army. Those who were not controlled by the court, there was Dong Zhuo before, but now there is only Niu Fu!
If Niu Fu surrenders, the situation in Bingzhou will change completely!
Lu Zhi looked back at the two of them, his eyes sharp, and said, "You two are ready to lead 5,000 soldiers to rush to Xihe for support."
"I obey your orders!" The two raised their hands without hesitation. They themselves did not care about Xihe, but the military power! Only by holding the military power can they live freely!
Lu Zhi turned his head and continued to look in the direction of Xihe River, saying, "Go ahead."
"Yes." The two men responded and quickly went down the city wall to check the soldiers.
As soon as the two men left, an aide came up hurriedly with a happy look on his face.
Hua Xiong and Guo Si passed him by without saying a word.
The staff came behind Lu Zhi and said, "Sir, Niu Fu has replied and is willing to be transferred!"
Lu Zhi did not move, but clenched his fists tightly behind his back.
Gongsun Zan followed and said in a deep voice: "Master, send out the troops!"
Now that all worries have been cleared away, it's time to declare war on the Huns!
How dare the mere Huns invade our border!
Gongsun Zan's face was full of murderous intent!
Lu Zhi still looked in the direction of Xihe County with a calm expression. After a long while, he said, "Order Yu Fuluo to attack the west gate of Xihe County, Cao Cao to attack the south gate, Gongsun Zan, you lead 15,000 troops to attack the east gate. Order Niu Fu to send troops to Yanmen!"
Upon hearing this, the staff said, "Sir, is there something wrong? What if this is a Xiongnu strategy, deliberately setting an ambush and waiting for us to tire ourselves out..."
Before he finished speaking, he suddenly said, "Your Excellency is wise."
He had noticed that Hua Xiong and Guo Si were inspecting their troops.
These two people went there just to test the waters!
"The last general takes command!"
Gongsun Zan responded, turned around and strode downstairs.
After Gongsun Zan left, the staff looked at Lu Zhi's motionless back and whispered, "Sir, are you still worried?"
Lu Zhi looked calm, without any sign of worry, and said, "Nothing."
Upon seeing this, the staff looked thoughtful.
Not to mention Yufuluo and Niu Fu, there are also the Yellow Turban Army, White Wave Army, and Black Mountain Army in various places. If anyone takes the opportunity to cause chaos, it will disrupt Lu Zhi's arrangements.
"I hope everything goes well." The staff sighed.
The situation in Bingzhou is even more complicated than that in Youzhou.
As Lu Zhi issued one order after another, the Han army, which had been silent, suddenly woke up like a sleeping lion, and nearly 50,000 troops rushed towards Xihe County from all directions.
Cao Cao, who got the opportunity, led an army of 10,000 and set out from Shangdang, marching non-stop at the fastest speed.
A day later, Xiahou Dun rode beside him, wiped the rain off his face, and said loudly: "Meng De, the rain is getting heavier. Why don't we stop and take shelter from the rain?"
Cao Cao said with a cold and hard expression: "No!"
He must arrive as soon as possible, only in this way can he get military merit. If he is a step late, the credit will go to others!
Xiahou Dun knew that Cao Cao was eager to make achievements, so he walked closer and said, "But it's too difficult to walk. If we continue like this, the soldiers won't be able to hold on."
Cao Cao looked back and saw that the formation was no longer in place. The soldiers' steps became disorganized and their speed became extremely slow.
He turned around again and saw a forest not far away. He paused and said, "Rest in front for half an hour!"
Xiahou Dun obeyed the order and turned around to pass on the message.
The soldiers suddenly sped up, eager to get into the woods to take shelter from the rain.
When Cao Cao saw the woods in sight, he wiped the rain off his beard and prepared to dismount.
"There's an ambush!"
Suddenly, Xiahou Dun shouted.
Cao Cao was startled and pulled the reins hard, then he saw countless Huns rushing out of the woods not far away.
It seems like I have been fooled and feel uncomfortable all over.
There is a little less today, I will make up for it when I get back to normal.
PS: I can’t stay up late these days, so the updates will be in the evening.
I bow to all the readers!