My husband Zhuge Kongming

In October, news of Guo Jia's death reached Huang Yueying.

She was silent for a while and realized that what she had done over the years had not had a great impact on the main figures on Cao Cao's side.

Among the civil servants and generals under Cao Cao, the one she could influence the most was Zhang Xiu. This was because she had many contacts.

Guo Jia's talent is indeed very high, and he also made great contributions in the early stages of Cao Cao's development.

Guo Jia's life trajectory is not very different from what is recorded in history.

At this time, Cao Cao was probably crying bitterly when he died.

But it also shows that Cao Cao has pacified the unstable forces in Wuhuan, completely accepted the property left by Yuan Shao, and completed the unification of the north.

This means that the countdown to Jingzhou's confrontation with Cao Cao is already underway.

Without her appearance, Jingzhou, under the leadership of Liu Cong, would fall to Cao Cao from top to bottom, because Cao Cao is really powerful.

Now with her, Jingzhou's strength is equally strong. The only problem is that Jingzhou's choice of pastor is not satisfactory yet.

However, there is no rush.

What she is concerned about now is the reception issue in Xuchang.

After Zhang Xiu brought the news back again, Yecheng agreed to Huang Yueying's plan and agreed to hand over on October [-], and Xiahou Dun had been returned to Liu Bei at this time.

The exchange of Xuchang for Xiahou Dun may seem peaceful, but in fact it is full of dangers and there will be a war.

State Shepherd House.

Liu Cong had a sullen face as he listened to Xia Cai's younger brother Xia Ming describe the situation outside.

"General, the situation in Jingzhou is very good now. Even Cao Ni's army will not be able to defeat us by then."

Listening to Xia Ming's words, Liu Cong clenched his fists hidden in his wide sleeves.

Yes, the situation in Jingzhou is excellent. Even if Cao Cao brings the main force to fight, the first thing he has to face is Ye County where Liu Bei is stationed.

He admitted that Liu Bei's army was stronger than the Jingzhou Army, but he heard from Xia Ming that the Jingzhou Army was also starting to replace its armor, and it was expected to be completed during the next summer harvest.

An army of more than [-] men wearing iron armor was a nightmare for other princes and forces in this era.

Jingzhou was rich, but in the end, all the money fell into Huang Yueying's Xinghan Trading Company.

This made him feel even more unhappy.

"By then, the general will be the hero who unified the world and restored the Han Dynasty!" Xia Ming didn't pay attention to Liu Cong's expression and continued to praise him.

Liu Cong then raised his eyes, glanced at Xia Ming, and said slowly, "Do you know how your brother Xia Cai died?"

Xia Ming's eyes narrowed, he stepped back, then bowed and said in a trembling voice, "I don't know."

"I was executed by my father-in-law, Cai Mao, the rebellious minister and traitor." Liu Cong sneered.

After hearing this, Xia Ming trembled all over, then fell to the ground, not daring to raise his head.

"The reason is that Xia Cai conspired for me and wanted to eradicate Lord Chu An."

Natsuname looked up with wide eyes, "Why?"

"These days, I know that you and Xia Cai are deeply attached to each other, so I will tell you the truth." Liu Cong said solemnly, "It's just because I don't want you to regard the enemy who killed your brother as your benefactor. Otherwise, you will be with Xia Cai. What’s the difference between recognizing a thief as your father?”

Xia Mingdeng's eyes turned red immediately, "General, please clarify!"

Liu Cong sighed, and then roughly told Xia Ming what he knew about the situation.

To sum up, the Cai family wanted to ascend to power, and Chu Anjun planned for it and took control of all the affairs of Jingzhou. Now he, the state shepherd, does not even have the freedom to go out.

The other party's purpose is not to help the Han Dynasty, but to usurp the Han Dynasty!

Of course, this hid part of his ambition to control power and suspicion of others. At this time, he also forgot the relationship between Liu Biao's death and their brothers.

He just wants to be a real Jingzhou Mu, control the power that Jingzhou Mu should have, and trample both Cai Mao and Huang Yueying under his feet.

"General, please avenge my brother!" Xia Ming cried.

"This is natural." Liu Cong also had red eyes.

After all, Xia was really thinking about him.

……

On October [-]th, Xuchang, the two armies faced each other.

Xiahou Dun had his hands tied and stood in front of the formation, with swords and axes on his body.Not far away, Xia Houyuan saw that his brother's hands were tied, and his eyes were about to burst. He said to Zhang Fei in front of the formation, "Zhang Yide, do you know the etiquette?"

Zhang Fei's face was slightly red, but others could not see anything. He snorted coldly and said, "How about there being an in-law relationship between the two armies when they are fighting? Besides, Xiahou Yuanrang has never lost a hair!"

Xia Houyuan took a closer look and saw that his brother was indeed much stronger than before, so he snorted coldly, "So what? In terms of seniority, shouldn't you call me uncle?"

"For personal reasons, I will naturally do this, but now it is for public affairs. Do you want me to depose the public for personal reasons?" Zhang Fei asked, "Moreover, Xiahou Yuanrang is now a prisoner of his rank. He If you are still alive, you are already taking special care of me! But don’t expect too much!”

Xia Houyuan was also angry. He also understood that although his brother did not have enough freedom, he certainly did not suffer any injustice when it came to eating and drinking. "Shall we start?"

"Of course!" Zhang Fei nodded and asked loudly, "Has your army withdrawn from Xuchang?"

"All have exited!"

Zhang Fei nodded and sent a team of scouts to the city to investigate.

Not long after, the scouts came to report that Cao Jun was nowhere to be seen in the city, and the people locked their doors and did not dare to come out.

Zhang Fei ordered another group of people to guard the city gate, and then let Xiahou Dun go. In full view of everyone, Xiahou Dun walked step by step towards Xiahou Yuan.

Xia Houdun had a smile on his face, and he didn't ask until he reached Xia Houyuan, "Miaocai, are the arrangements ready?"

Xia Houyuan also smiled and nodded, "Brother, don't worry."

Xiahou Dun smiled, put on his armor with the help of the soldiers beside him, then got on his horse, glanced at Zhang Fei, and said, "Let's go!"

So, the Xiahou brothers took their troops and headed north.

Seeing this, Zhang Fei also led his people to Xuchang City.

When the army entered the city, Zhang Fei was about to arrange defenses when he saw many houses opening their doors and many Cao troops rushing out.

"Hmph." Zhang Fei pointed his spear forward, "Everyone, follow me and kill the enemy!"

They had known that Cao Cao would not give up Xuchang, but all his soldiers were wearing armor, and they were completely unafraid to fight like this.

Zhang Fei was even more like this. He thrust a spear horizontally, and Cao's soldiers kept falling on the road.

The army also pursued deeper and deeper.

However, he suddenly smelled something quite familiar.

"Tung oil and anointing!" Soon, Zhang Fei reacted, "Everyone, follow me and retreat! Get out of Xuchang!"

Then he turned his horse around and saw that the way in was blocked by fire. These Cao soldiers were simply bait!

"What a vicious thought!" Zhang Fei gritted his teeth.

The soldiers under him were also a little stunned, and then they saw the alley where they were, with fire burning in all directions, and the soldiers were a little panicked.

"Commanders, listen to the order!" Zhang Fei used his loud voice to calm the hearts of all the soldiers who followed him in. "Follow the military flag closely and fight a bloody road with me! Fight out!"

"Follow the order!"

"Follow the order!"

"Kill it out!"

"Kill it out!"

Then the soldiers also shouted.

At this time, in the north of Xuchang City, Xiahou Dun listened to Xia Houyuan's arrangements and sighed in his heart. If it was really a fire attack, then Zhang Fei's temperament would probably really be involved.

"Brother, your Majesty said that at this time, the southern states are powerful, and Liu Congkong has an official position but no real power. And Liu Bei, Zhang Fei and others are the powerful generals of the female monarch. As long as they can kill one of them, they will be able to defeat our army. It's a good thing that one waxes and the other waxes." Xia Houyuan explained his reasons to Xiahou Dun.

Xiahou Dun nodded, "My brother knows about this. During this period of time, my brother was in Chu'an and gained nothing. I just want to wait for Sikong to return to Yecheng."

Xia Houyuan nodded and looked at the fire coming out of Xuchang City with unclear eyes.

Yes, if our positions are different, it can only be a matter of life and death.

……

South of Xuchang.

Zhao Yun happened to arrive with his cavalry and saw the city on fire, "It's just as Zhuge Langjun expected!"

Today's Chapter 1, as the title, ask for all kinds.