Ji Han Liu Zhang

Chapter 46 Arriving in Jiangzhou
Zhang Erlang, who was standing on the building boat blowing the wind, was a little happy. He did not expect that the person leading the troops on the expedition this time was the newly appointed Ambassador Liu.

There were rumors outside that Liu Shijun was a gentle man and not a martial artist. However, this time when Bajun rebelled, Liu Shijun actually led the expedition in person, and he looked extremely courageous.

Since Liu Shijun has a courageous character, and in addition, Liu Shijun treats the virtuous Shu scholars, regardless of high or low, as long as they are talented, he will be appointed.

In addition, he heard Li Mou talk about a rumor about Captain Gan, saying that before he went to Shu County to become a county magistrate, Captain Gan worked as a canal commander in Ba County and traveled widely among counties.

If Liu Shijun could even serve as a lieutenant such as an unscrupulous commander, then his plan this time might be more effective.

Looking up at the bright moon hanging high in the sky, the breeze blew by his ears, and he felt that there should be a good result this time.
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Zhang Su wrote furiously on the desk, stopping from time to time to think about his words. It was late at night before he finished the work at hand.

There was no one else around, so he stretched out and felt comfortable regardless of etiquette.

Then he looked at his younger brother who was half lying on the bed reading a book, and said with a hint of envy: "Ziqiao, you are quite free."

Hearing this, Zhang Song put down the book that was covering his face, revealing an ugly face. He stroked his chin and said, "Brother, I am white, so I am naturally at ease."

"As a meritorious official of the Prefectural Mufu, you are deeply valued by the Commander Liu. You should work harder to serve the Commander."

Hearing his brother's joking words, Zhang Su also joked: "Then you enjoy this period of time. Sooner or later, Commander Liu will make you work harder. You see, this expedition, Commander Liu specifically asked me to take you with me, saying You will be given a heavy responsibility."

Zhang Song scratched his head and expressed his confusion: "Brother, you see, I don't know Shi Jun. I don't have much reputation in the state and county. I am also a white man. How did Liu Shijun find me?" ."

"Could it be that eldest brother, you spoke kindly for me in front of Ambassador Liu?"

"No, I didn't put in a good word for you in front of Ambassador Liu. I'm somewhat confused about this matter." Zhang Su thought of the time before he left for Ba County.

Liu Zhang suddenly said to him: "Jun Jiao, I heard that you have a younger brother who is quite talented and eloquent. Please take your younger brother with you on this trip to Bajun. I will be of great use." '

He shook his head and replied to his brother: "Maybe Liu Shijun heard your name from somewhere."

"It's just that the war situation has been tense recently, and Commander Liu doesn't have time to summon you. Just wait a few days."

"Maybe." Zhang Song covered his face with the book. Anyway, things will come to light sooner or later, and there is no hurry in just one or two days.
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Jiangzhou City.

After entering the city, Liu Zhang did not hold a military meeting immediately. Instead, he met with Meng Biao, a famous scholar from Bajun, and the two chiefs of the Cheng family and the Shangguan family in Jiangzhou.

"This time I have to work harder on Mr. Meng." Liu Zhang expressed enough respect for Meng Biao, a famous man from Ba County who worked hard for him.

Then he praised Meng Biao: "Wang Biejia said that Mr. Meng can work for the prefecture and county and help the prefecture affairs. When he retires, he can be the governor of a county and benefit the people. He is really a great talent."

"This time I have gained the honor of my husband, so I should get closer to him."

When Meng Biao heard this, he declined as usual: "I am really ashamed to receive such ridiculous compliments from King Dewang."

"Sir, there is no need to be modest. When the rebels in Bajun are pacified, I will give credit to you." Liu Zhang was also polite and acted like a polite and virtuous sergeant.

Then he looked at the two patriarchs of the Cheng family and the Shangguan family in Jiangzhou and praised: "The two patriarchs can abide by their duties and are not deceived by the rebels. They are really loyal people."

"After the rebels in Ba County are pacified, I will reward you two for your merits."

The two clan heads of the Cheng family and the Shangguan family thanked him.

After recruiting local people, the next step is to hold a military meeting.

Liu Zhang sat in the first place, and Wu Ban stood aside with his sword in hand.

All the civil and military officials have taken their seats according to their official positions.

Gao Pei was the first to speak, telling Liu Zhang about the news he had received recently.

"The news came from Colonel Deng that he had guarded Baidi and Kuimen, and sent people to spy on the movements in Jingzhou. He said that there were no signs of raising troops in Jingzhou to respond, and there was no danger in the east." "Colonel Leng went to Dianjiang is defended, and news has come back that the attack of the wealthy Bai family has been repelled, and Dianjiang is as stable as Mount Tai, so there is no need to worry."

"Furthermore, news came from Linjiang County Lieutenant Yan Yan that he had kidnapped Xie Yuan, the county magistrate who wanted to rebel, and repelled the Xie family who came to seize Linjiang."

Liu Zhang nodded while listening. When he heard Linjiang County Lieutenant Yan Yan, he couldn't help but smile.

Yan Yanke was so famous that he snarled at Meng Zhangfei who had led troops to seize Yizhou: "You and others have no reason to invade our state. There are only beheaded generals in our state, but no surrendered generals." ’ Meng Zhangfei was very angry.

Perhaps Yan Yan's ability is not as good as that of a first-class general, but his loyalty is first-class.

What Liu Zhang wants now is loyalty.

After listening to Gao Pei's news about Kuimen and Dianjiang, he asked: "How are the thieves doing? Where have they retreated?"

Gao Pei cupped his hands and reported: "After the three large families of Xie, Bai, and Yang suffered setbacks, they all retreated to Liangping County. Now a group of rebels are gathering in Liangping, and they will no longer divide their forces to invade everywhere."

This was good news for Liu Zhang. The rebels were not running around, and the harm to the people of Bajun was less. His idea of ​​Bashu was to treat Bashu as Guanzhong similar to Liu Bang, and Bashu would be his foundation.

With a base area, even if his subsequent expeditions to other places failed once or twice, he could still regain his strength.

In addition, the rebels who have gathered together are easy to deal with. There is no need to chase them around, they can just attack the rebel base camp directly.

Huang Quan, the chief registrar, thought about it for a while and said: "Ming Gong, now that Bai Emperor and Kuimen are safe, even if the soldiers in Jingzhou try to move up the river, there is nothing they can do. There is no need to worry about the east side."

Liu Zhang nodded and motioned to his brother-in-law Huang Quan to continue.

"If the rebels attack everywhere, the harm will be great, but now that the rebels are brave enough to gather in Liangping, the harm will be much less." Huang Quan had the same idea as Liu Zhang. They both felt that the gathered rebels were better than the rebels fleeing in all directions. .

He then gave some advice: "Now when the army reorganizes and marches, take advantage of the fear of the rebel army to break it in one fell swoop and pacify Ba County."

Wu Yi came out and echoed: "Ming Gong, what Master Huang said is true. We should take advantage of the fact that the rebel army is afraid and uneasy and does not know where to go, and march to defeat the rebels."

At this time, a herald came in after the announcement and reported: "The news came from Changcheng Ji of Hanchang, saying that the rebels used gold, silk and Shu brocade to lure the people near Hanchang. At present, there are one or two thousand people who are traitors. Confused, he turned to Liang Ping."

After saying this, the herald resigned and left.

'Cheng Ji. 'Liu Zhang was a little happy, and he was a very loyal minister.

Historically, Cheng Ji, as the chief of the Han Dynasty during the Liu Zhang period, flatly refused the request of Pang Xi, the governor of Bajun, to ask people to serve as private soldiers. Even though Pang Xi threatened him with his son Cheng Yu, Cheng Ji remained unmoved.

Later, Liu Bei entered Sichuan and attacked Wu, and Cheng Ji followed him. He died in the battle when facing the Wu people's pursuit. He was loyal and courageous.

As a native of Langzhong County, Ba County, located between the Ti and Yi people, Huang Quan had some knowledge of the Ti people. He said: "The Ti people are good at fighting and are particularly fierce. In the past, our ancestors were able to conquer Guanzhong. Although their number is small today, It also needs to be considered.”

"It doesn't matter." Liu Zhang didn't take it seriously and said calmly: "The mob, even if there are some brave people among them, is useless."

Liu Zhang didn't care much about the appearance of ji people in the enemy army. The Bajun clan would recruit some fierce mi people as troops, so he also brought two thousand Qingqiang who were not afraid of death. In addition, he also had foreshadowing in Liangping. .

Even worse, there are still Gan Ning and his subordinates. Lu Meng once said: "It is rare to find a general like Ning in the world." '

Even though Yi Di Rong Chou is a bit brave, he is no better than a Han man.

Thinking of this, Liu Zhang stood up and announced his decision: "Gather all the generals and send troops to Liangping."

"The first stop is the decisive battle, the first battle in Dingba County."

(End of this chapter)