Great Military Division

Chapter 348 Tao Qian is angry: I am the master of Danyang soldiers!
Langya Country, Kaiyang County.

Zang Ba barracks.

Central Army, big tent.

After a whole day of staying up, Zang Ba was physically and mentally exhausted, his eye circles were darkened, when a gleam of light came in from outside, he slowly raised his head, and suddenly found Li Ru walking in.

"General Zang."

Li Ru walked in front of him and said softly: "According to the information, the troops sent by King Hongnong have already arrived in Xuzhou and are currently heading towards Langya. I believe that it won't be long before you will receive Tao Qian's letter. "

"The content of the letter is very simple. The imperial court suspects that there are assassins from Chang'an sneaking into Langya. Therefore, the troops are stationed to guard against accidents. I hope you can understand and cooperate to find out the assassins."

"Humph!"

Li Ru snorted softly, and stared at Zang Ba with piercing eyes: "I have to admit that the court's reasons are better than I imagined. I thought they would still use Liu Dai as an excuse to sneak into Langya."

"Using us as an excuse can make you let go of your guard, which is more conducive to their actions, so as to gradually divide you and other brothers, so as to break them one by one."

Although Zang Ba was puzzled, he was still very defensive. He frowned and said coldly: "This can only prove that the court knows your whereabouts like the back of the palm of your hand. How can it prove that it is going to attack me."

"It's easy!"

Li Ru seemed to have expected that the other party would ask such a question, so the answer was smooth: "Because not only the soldiers and horses from Nanyang came, but also Cao Bao, the fierce general under Tao Qian's command."

"Cao Bao?"

Zang Ba was obviously taken aback.

"That's right!"

Li Ru was very satisfied with Zang Ba's reaction.

This proves that he is also afraid of Cao Bao: "You should know that the reason why Tao Qian can secure his position as Xuzhou Mu is because of his [-] Danyang soldiers."

"Now, Nanyang sent people to settle in Langya. Although there are only 3000 people on the surface, if you add up the [-] Danyang soldiers who follow behind, the total force will not be inferior."

"General Zang!"

Li Ru struck while the iron was hot, and asked a soul-level rhetorical question: "You don't think naively that the two thousand Danyang soldiers are here to deal with me, Li Ru, right? If you think about it, I, Li Ru, shouldn't be worth such a big fight."

It's just to catch a few assassins and send some county soldiers to deal with it. There is no need to use troops at all, and they are the most elite Danyang soldiers under Tao Qian's command.

This time, Zang Ba was really shaken. He really felt the threat from Tao Qian and the court. The other party was not trying to test him, but was trying to force him to rebel.

quiet!
Quiet!

Deathly quiet!

There was no sound in the tent, but Zang Ba's heart was already overwhelmed, and the waves were turbulent.

Just when Zang Ba was very entangled in his heart, he hurriedly transferred Chang Xi from outside the account: "Military Master, Tao Qian's messenger has already arrived outside the camp, what should we do?"

"Don't worry."

Li Ru interrupted Changxi with a wave of his hand, and turned to Zang Ba: "I think the general already understands the current situation. If you are willing to submit to the Chang'an court, you and I will cooperate with each other and win this Xuzhou. I will promote you to General Fenwu. And seal you as Marquis of Kaiyang."

Zang Ba let out a long breath, sighed softly and said: "We only have more than [-] people waiting. Even if we gather together, I'm afraid they may not be their opponents. Don't forget, they have [-] Danyang soldiers."

"Humph!"

Li Ru snorted softly: "Do you know how we know the content of the letter?"

When Zang Ba heard the words, he immediately froze in place like a thunderbolt: "Could it be."

Li Ru nodded affirmatively: "That's right! Cao Bao is from Chang'an. If Xuzhou is captured, he will be the new Xuzhou herdsman. There are 6 to [-] people in your army together. You still have to worry about not being able to join Cao Cao." Higher or lower?"

"If you can succeed, the imperial court will naturally have a way to get Liu Dai and Liu Yao to assist. When the three parties attack Yuzhou together, does the general think there is still a way out for Nanyang?"

Zang Ba was desperate, so he nodded affirmatively: "Okay, I, Zang Ba, am willing to surrender to Chang'an."

Li Ru seemed to have expected it a long time ago, and said with a smile: "He who knows current affairs is a hero. Congratulations, General, for making the right choice."

"Changxi!"

Immediately, Li Ru turned his head to glance at Chang Xi, and ordered: "Quickly, untie General Zang."

Chang Xi was overjoyed, cupped his hands and cupped his fists: "Here."

Zang Ba got rid of the shackles, and let out a sigh of relief: "Military commander, next, do you want me to call Sun Guan, Yin Li, Wu Dun and others to join forces and encircle and wipe out the Nanyang soldiers and horses that invaded Langya?"

"The general is wise."

Li Ru didn't hide anything, just nodded.

"kindness."

Zang Ba was not surprised, his expression was extremely calm.

He turned his head back, took out the map of Langya, and began to conceive a strategy.

Soon.

Outside the tent, a long-winded report suddenly came to mind:
"Report—!"

Zang Ba looked up.

But I saw that my own messenger rushed into the account, bowed his body and cupped his hands: "General, Pengcheng Tao sent a letter."

Zang Ba already knew about the letter paper, so he was not shocked, and waved his hand: "Submit it."

Taking the letter paper, Zang Ba started browsing.

really!

The above content is exactly the same as what Li Ru said.

He raised his eyes to look at Li Ru, but saw the other party staring at him with a smile: "General Zang, how are you?"

Zang Ba sighed, completely annihilated the last bit of hope: "Don't worry, I understand what to do."

Li Ru nodded and nodded: "That's very good."

"Come here." Zang Ba shouted.

"exist."

"Quickly order Sun Guan, Yin Li, and Wu Dun to lead the troops to Kaiyang, there must be no mistake."

"Here."

After the messenger leaves.

Zang Ba's eyes froze, and he turned to Chang Xi: "Oh, by the way, and you!"

Chang Xi cupped his hands and said solemnly: "Brother, don't worry, my soldiers and horses will come right away."

Although Zang Ba and Chang Xi have all surrendered to Chang'an at present, what Chang Xi did to Zang Ba is something that Zang Ba cannot bear, and he has already engraved this enmity in his heart:

"From now on, you can call me general or other names. Don't call me elder brother again. From now on, the relationship between us brothers is completely broken."

"Brother, I."

"What are you shouting for?"

Before Chang Xi could speak, he was cut off by Zang Ba in a cold voice: "Call me general, or Biaozi! I, Zang Ba, don't have a little brother like you who can eat everything!"

"Military division, I."

Chang Xi turned his head and glanced at Li Ru, but saw that Li Ru just shook his head, indicating that he didn't need to say any more: "General Chang, General Zang is angry, you'd better not provoke him."

Zang Ba was furious, and said coldly: "Military Master, this is a matter between me and him. You'd better not interfere. After this matter is over, you can either take him away or take me away. I can't help Zang Ba." work with this person."

Li Ru nodded and nodded: "Don't worry, general, this matter is on my shoulders, but before taking Xuzhou, I hope you can unite sincerely and stop internal strife."

Zang Ba sighed: "Don't worry."

Li Ru smiled lightly: "It's so good."

*****
Langya, that is, Qiu.

Zu Mao led [-] elite soldiers to the county seat.

He temporarily handed over the soldiers and horses to the army Sima Hou Cheng, and immediately went straight to the county government.

A man with a slightly burly figure, wearing an ink-colored shawl and hair tied with a soap towel came to greet him: "That's Qiu Ling Kanze, I have seen the general."

"Magistrate Kan, please get up."

Zu Mao helped Kan Ze up with his own hands, and said in a loud voice, "Quickly gather the county officials. This general is here with His Majesty's edict, and all the county officials need to cooperate."

"His Majesty's edict?"

Kan Ze was taken aback when he heard this.

"Yes."

Zu Mao nodded affirmatively: "Go quickly, don't waste time."

Kan Ze bowed his body and cupped his hands: "Here."

Soon.

That is to say, officials from Qiu County gathered in the county government office.

Kan Ze bowed his head: "General, the officials have gathered and can read the imperial edict."

"very good!"

Zu Mao glanced over the crowd, got up and came to the center, asked for the emperor's edict, and started to read: "Xuzhou is newly attached, there are mixed fish and dragons, and the interior is unstable. Now there are thieves from Chang'an, who want to bring chaos to Xuzhou."

"Xuzhou's registered officials should fully cooperate with Xu Rong, Cheng Pu, and Zu Mao, and work together to kill the bandits and protect Xuzhou. When Xuzhou is stable, I will reward you for your merits."

Kan Ze bowed his body and cupped his hands, and said sonorously, "Qiu ordered Kan Ze to take the order."

All the officials bowed together and saluted: "I accept the decree."

Immediately, Zu Mao put away the imperial edict and helped Kan Ze up with his own hands: "Magistrate Kan, please get up, my general has [-] soldiers and horses stationed in the county, and all the logistical support will be handed over to you."

Kan Ze hurriedly cupped his hands: "What does the general say, not to mention the edict from His Majesty, even if there is no edict, this is also the job of a subordinate official, so I should do my best."

"So good."

Zu Mao heaved a sigh of relief, and completely let go of his hanging heart: "Magistrate Kan, before this general set off, His Majesty once said that the officials in Langya have been replaced a lot, especially Jiqiu, right?"

"That's right!"

Kan Ze nodded affirmatively: "In Qiu County, we have changed everything from the county magistrate to the county magistrate and county lieutenant, so don't worry, the general, we are very loyal to the imperial court."

"This general doesn't mean that."

Zu Mao didn't understand until Kan Ze misunderstood, and said with a light smile: "Actually, this is what His Majesty did on purpose, including you, County Magistrate Kan, as well as County Lieutenant Xu Sheng and County Chancellor He Qi, all of which were appointed by His Majesty."

Kan Ze was amazed!

The two figures behind him were even more astonished!
Zu Mao deduced one or two from the other party's expression: "May I ask, are you two Xu Sheng and He Qi?"

The two took a step sideways, bowed their bodies and cupped their hands and said:
"My subordinate, county lieutenant Xu Sheng."

"He Qi, the prime minister of the lower county."

"kindness."

Zu Mao Zheng nodded, and immediately called three people over: "According to His Majesty's will, the assassination from Chang'an has already infiltrated into Langya Kingdom, and it is very likely that they have controlled Zang Ba and other Taishan thieves."

"Furthermore, Cao Bao, Tao Qian's confidant, may also have surrendered to Chang'an. Their goal is very clear, that is, to overthrow the imperial court's rule in Xuzhou, kill Tao Qian, and then counterattack Yuzhou."

"what?"

Kan Ze and the other three were all shocked.

Xu Sheng, in particular, stared like a bell, his expression horrified: "How is this possible?"

On the contrary, Kan Ze was relatively calm: "I don't know how Cao Bao is, but these Taishan bandits may indeed be controlled by assassins from Chang'an. Once they are controlled, and then Zang Ba will be controlled, it will be much easier."

"That's right!"

County Prime Minister He Qi frowned, and calmly analyzed: "Chang Xi, who caused trouble before, is one of the Taishan thieves. This person is greedy in nature, and he is very likely to be assassinated by Chang'an and promised to control him with huge profits."

"Perhaps, His Majesty saw Tao Shijun's memorial and made up his mind to eradicate the Taishan bandits. This is an extremely wise decision, otherwise Xuzhou would not be able to maintain long-term stability."

"General Zu ordered it."

Immediately, He Qi waved his hand and said loudly: "We will do our best to help the general, eradicate traitors, and defend Xuzhou."

Xu Sheng gritted his teeth, filled with righteous indignation: "I am from Langya. These Taishan thieves are doing evil in Langya. I have long wanted to bring them to justice. Now that the imperial army has arrived, I should help them with all my strength!"

"That's right!"

Kan Ze nodded affirmatively: "Just give the general an order, and I will do my best."

Zu Mao was very moved: "With such morale, why worry about the great cause not being successful."

"Come here, gentlemen."

Immediately.

Zu Mao turned his head back, spread out the map he was carrying, and said loudly: "Everyone, this general leads troops to intervene in Langya, and the thieves will definitely gather all Taishan thieves to Kaiyang."

"I believe it won't be long before the bandits' army will come to besiege Jiqiu County. If Cao Bao really colludes with the bandits, our situation will be even more dangerous."

"but."

Zu Mao changed the subject and analyzed calmly: "In this way, Xu Rong and Cheng Pu who are stationed near Pengcheng, and Cao Cao who is in Peiguo, will be able to quickly resolve the battle in Pengcheng, and they will definitely attract a large army to support. "

"Conservative estimate."

Speaking of this, Zu Mao's voice calmed down, and he said with difficulty: "We have less than 4000 people, and we need to stick to it for at least ten days, or even longer. Mentally prepare!"

The three of them clasped their hands together: "Don't worry, general, we are willing to fight to the death."

"it is good!"

Zu Mao was overjoyed and his confidence doubled: "Since that's the case, then it's up to the general to issue the order."

The three nodded and nodded: "Follow the general's order."

"Where is Xu Sheng, county lieutenant?"

"The end is here."

"Quickly send your messengers to the major counties in Langya, and use His Majesty's edict as an order to request the counties to summon soldiers and horses to help us by raiding grain roads and military camps."

"Here."

Langya has changed many county magistrates and magistrates, and Qiu is just the most typical one.

Most of these county magistrates and county magistrates who were replaced were diehard fans of Nanyang Hanting. In addition, the new officials took office without political achievements or meritorious service, so they would not give up this great opportunity.

As long as the county magistrate and the county magistrate can be mobilized, even if their individual strength is small, they are a force that cannot be underestimated when they are combined.

"Where is He Qi, the county magistrate?"

"The subordinate is here."

"This is the drawing given by His Majesty before leaving."

Zu Mao handed the blueprints he carried with him to He Qi, and said: "Go to the craftsman and build the equipment as soon as possible. Whether we can last for ten days depends entirely on you. Regarding manpower, you should discuss it internally."

He Qi bowed his body and cupped his hands: "Don't worry, general, just leave it to my subordinates."

"Where is the county magistrate Kan Ze?"

"The subordinate is here."

"Once we start a war with the Mount Tai thieves, the thieves will definitely attack with all their strength. Even though the town of Qiu County is short and shallow, it may be difficult to defend for a long time. Although this general does not want to involve the people, he should mobilize the people and still have to mobilize the people."

"Your Majesty understands."

Kan Ze naturally understood what Zu Mao meant, and immediately said solemnly: "General, don't worry, the people of Xuzhou can rely on it now. If the thieves really dare to attack Jiqiu by force, I believe they will stand up."

"kindness."

Zu Mao nodded affirmatively: "Magistrate Kan, don't worry, if it is not a last resort, we will never implicate the people in the city, but if we are really captured in the city."

Speaking of this, Zu Mao took out another letter from his pocket and handed it to Kan Ze: "Let the people get ready in advance, and our soldiers will definitely start street fighting with the people, waiting for rescue."

"This is."

Kan Ze looked relaxed and curious.

"His Majesty's plan."

Zu Mao stared at each other with piercing eyes.

Yesterday, why he was not afraid of Cao Bao and others was because of His Majesty's strategy.

Although His Majesty the Emperor is far away in Nanyang, his meticulous thinking seems to have firmly controlled the trend of the Xuzhou War.

"what?"

Kan Ze's face suddenly became solemn, and he took the letter with both hands: "Don't worry, general, I will mobilize the people as soon as possible, and make preparations according to Your Majesty's request."

"kindness."

Zu Mao nodded affirmatively: "Thank you for your hard work, go get busy."

Kan Ze cupped his hands: "Here!"

"Report—!"

At this moment, a long announcement sounded outside the hall.

Zu Mao looked up.

But seeing, the army Sima Hou Cheng hurried over, with a worried expression on his face, bowed his body and cupped his hands: "General, there is a situation."

Zu Mao asked anxiously, "What's going on?"

"The last general sent out scouts at the first time, and reported back just now. There are traces of a brigade of soldiers and horses moving near Linyi. The target should be Kaiyang County, and it must be meeting with Zang Ba."

"So fast?"

Zu Mao was stunned for a moment.

You know, he has just arrived in Jiqiu County, and the other party is already making moves.

This can only prove that their actions have already been known by the opponent, and once the opponent gathers all the troops, they may immediately launch an attack on Jiqiu.

"kindness."

Hou Cheng nodded: "Obviously, we were exposed when we were in Pengcheng, which is enough to prove that there is definitely something wrong with Cao Bao currently stationed in Tan County."

Without the traitor, the news could not have leaked so quickly!

Zu Mao thought it was right, and secretly ruthless: "Damn it! We must prepare as soon as possible, Hou Sima, you should quickly familiarize yourself with the city defense, and together with Xu Xianwei, arrange the defense strategy of each sect."

Hou Cheng bowed his body and cupped his hands: "Here."

******
Pengcheng.

Governor's House.

The night is charming, the moon and stars are scarce.

Xu Rong and Tao Qian all turned back to the inner hall, ready to fall asleep.

"You all retreat, you don't need to serve me anymore."

Tao Qian waved his hands drunkenly, dismissing all the attendants and guards on the left and right.

Squeak!

When he closed the door, he suddenly came to his senses, made sure that there was no one outside, then turned his head and glanced at Xu Rong: "Brother Gonghua, what do you mean?"

"Brother Gongzu!"

Xu Rong pulled Tao Qian over and said very solemnly: "There is something wrong with your generals Cao Bao and Zhang Kai. If there is no accident, they have already taken refuge in Chang'an Hanting."

"what?"

Tao Qian was stunned for a moment, his eyes full of horror: "How is this possible? I have treated Cao Bao well, why did he betray me?"

Xu Rong lowered his voice and said: "The reason is very simple. The price in Chang'an is higher. As long as Cao Bao can kill you, he will be Xuzhou Mu, and if he follows you, he will always be a captain."

"This"

Have to admit, there is indeed some truth.

However, Tao Qian trusted Cao Bao very much. If Xu Rong hadn't been called someone else, he might have killed him long ago, and he wouldn't be worthy of acting in this play.

"Brother Gong Zu."

Xu Rong said very solemnly: "I know you don't believe me, but Langya's direction will soon come to fruition. Once Cao Bao joins hands with Zang Ba, it will definitely prove that he has treasoned and defected to the enemy."

"And he took away [-] Danyang soldiers, but left Zhang Kai in Pengcheng to protect your safety. Once the time comes, he will definitely take your life, and then use this to slander us, so as to mobilize the rest of the Danyang soldiers to serve you. Brother Gongzu takes revenge."

Tao Qian frowned, took a deep breath, and tried to keep himself calm: "Do you have any evidence?"

Xu Rong shook his head, but he was very frank: "Xu has no evidence, so he and Brother Gong Zu will perform this big show together, and let you see with your own eyes how Cao Bao rebelled."

"If the other party doesn't attack, just pretend that nothing happened. Cao Bao is still your captain, and Zhang Kai is still your general. But if they attack Brother Gongzu, please ask Brother Gongzu to gather the elites of Danyang and fight with them." I'll kill Langya!"

Although there are 3 soldiers in Danyang, there are elites and ordinary soldiers.

The Danyang soldiers who were in charge of Suwei Governor's Mansion and protected Tao Qian were all elite Danyang soldiers, and those Danyang soldiers who were taken away by Cao Bao were slightly inferior to these people.

of course!

Most importantly.

Although Cao Bao is the main general of the Danyang soldiers, in the eyes of the Danyang soldiers, there is only one real master, and that is the hometown man Tao Qian they have been following!
It is precisely because of this that Cao Bao will definitely attack Tao Qian, and then frame him to Nanyang Hanting. As long as Tao Qian can survive, he will raise his arms and shout, and the situation will be completely reversed.

Although Tao Qian didn't quite believe it, but after all it came from Xu Rong's mouth, he hesitated again and again, and finally said: "Okay! This time, I will listen to Brother Gonghua."

"Although I, Tao Qian, am old, I am not someone who can be bullied by any idiot. If Cao Bao really dares to be presumptuous, I, Tao Qian, will chop off his head with my own hands!"

this moment.

Xu Rong could clearly feel Tao Qian's domineering aura rising again.

He nodded in satisfaction, and patted Tao Qian's shoulder: "This is the Tao Gongzu I know. I hope we two brothers can continue to fight, so that the people of Xuzhou can completely settle down."

"rest assured!"

Tao Qian's eyes were piercing, and he said with absolute certainty: "If it is true as you said, I, Tao Qian, will definitely go into battle again. Although Cao Bao is the general of the Danyang army, I am the master of the Danyang army!"

"That's right!"

Xu Rong smiled lightly and was extremely satisfied with this: "Brother Gongzu is the master of the Danyang soldiers, not Cao Bao. They want to seize Xuzhou and cause chaos with it. They are looking for death!"

Tao Qian said loudly: "Brother Gonghua, tell me, I will listen to you how you want me to cooperate."

Xu Rongen let out a sigh and nodded: "If that's the case, then let's do the same."

Tao Qian kept nodding: "Okay! Yes, no problem!"

　Thank you [Waiting under the stars] for the reward of 1500 coins!
　　I have something to do today, sorry for the delay.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)