Ji Han Da Sima

Chapter 76

Not to mention that Huo Jun and Liu Bei returned to camp and were plotting a divorce.

Taishi Ci was shouted back by Zhang Fei and returned to the camp. Sun Ben led his guards over to inquire about the situation and said, "Ziyi, how is the situation? Why don't you fight with the enemy's cavalry and capture Liu Bei to repel the enemy's army."

Taishi Ci did not hide anything and said truthfully: "Xuan De Gong rode his horse around the camp to observe the stronghold. Although he could not ride more than 40 people, he had the wings and virtues to serve him, and his courage was unstoppable. It is difficult to deal with loving thoughts, Xuande The Duke left again, so he had to lead his troops back."

Sun Ben frowned slightly. He had just seen Taishi Ci chasing Liu Bei, and the enemy general killed his subordinates.Taishi Ci not only did not come forward to fight, but also started talking with his enemy generals.However, this doubtful thought only passed by for a moment, and Sun Ben still trusted Tai Shici on the whole.

When Taishi Ci saw that Sun Bi didn't answer, he then said, "General, don't worry. If there is a chance next time, Ci will definitely capture and kill Liu Bei."

"Okay!" Sun Bi smiled and said, "Sun Luling's soldiers and horses will also arrive. By then, our army will meet the enemy with fewer soldiers, and we will be victorious!"

Taishi Ci slightly cupped his hands and asked, "May I ask if Danyang's troops can arrive?"

Hearing this, Sun Bi sighed and said: "Wu Danyang suddenly took office. Although the new governor Sun Shubi (Sun Yi) is in office, he is not very old and it is difficult to mobilize troops for the time being."

Facing the coalition's attack, Sun Ben was speechless.The timing of their attack was so good that not only were there numerous bandits in the local counties, but one of the local prefects also died of illness.Otherwise, with the bravery of Danyang's troops and the reinforcements led by his friend Wu Jing, the combined forces of the four armies will surely be able to push back the coalition forces of Liu Bei and Liu Qi.

To be honest, Huo Jun advocated sending troops to Jiangdong this year because of Wu Jing's death, but it was not because of how strong Wu Jing was, but because his successor was Sun Yi.

Who is Sun Yi? Huo Jun only knows that he is Sun Jian's third son. Zhang Zhao once recommended Sun Yi to succeed Jiangdong, but Sun Ce rejected it.This is not the important content. What is important is that Sun Yi will be assassinated by his men when he is the governor of Danyang.Huo Jun didn't know the specific details, but he remembered that it was Sun Yi's wife Xu who secretly planned the counterattack.

When the governor of Danyang died of illness, it was already difficult to mobilize troops. Once caught in political chaos, how could it be easy to mobilize troops and transport materials?
It can only be said that Huo Junwo's plan during the two years in Zhijiang was far from simple as seen before. He dared to urge Liu Bei to go to Jiangdong because he saw the internal turmoil in Jiangdong in the next few years and could use it as an invisible boost.

Tai Shici was optimistic and said: "Although it is difficult to mobilize Danyang's troops, Sun Luling's troops are approaching. If the three armies combined to defeat Jingzhou's troops, it will not be a big problem. Even if the enemy is not defeated, Sun Taolu will lead the army." The navy's westward advance will cut off the thieves' retreat, and their army will also be in chaos!"

"Ok!"

After a brief conversation, the two went back to their camps to rest.

The next day, the sky was hazy.A horseman came to Taishi Ci's camp with a white flag and conveyed Liu Bei's message that he wanted to meet Taishi Ci to discuss a war.

"Mr. Xuande wants to see me, but he is already waiting for me outside the camp?" Tai Shici said in surprise.

"Exactly!"

The attendant said: "General, Liu Yuzhou came to see the general. Could it be that there was some deception and he wanted to set up an ambush to harm the general?"

Taishi Ci shook his head and said: "Gong Xuande has a reputation for benevolence and righteousness. He was not afraid of difficulties and sent troops to rescue Kong Beihai. He also sent troops to Xuzhou to resist Cao Cao's atrocities. There are few people in the world who are so benevolent and trustworthy. Now I see him be kind and righteous." They will not harm each other!"

After a pause, Taishi Ci said: "Since Mr. Xuande wants to see someone, how can he not dare to go there?"

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At the same time, Guan Yu was also worried about Liu Bei's safety and said: "My lord, although Ziyi is loyal, he is an enemy bandit. How can he easily see him? Even if he sees him, he should wear armor just in case."

Liu Qi also responded and said: "Uncle, Taishi Charity Shot is afraid that he will murder my uncle, so I should be careful."

Huo Jun remained silent despite everyone's persuasion.The plan to drive a wedge between Taishi Ci and Sun Ben is currently only known to Liu Bei. He is going to see Taishi Ci today, but it was Liu Bei who requested the meeting without revealing any information about Huo Jun.

As for why Liu Bei didn't say anything, it was mainly because he didn't want Huo Jun to bear the pressure. It was extremely dangerous for Liu Bei, the leader of an army, to go to see a hostile general, even if that person was Tai Shici, who was known for his trustworthiness.

If anything happens to Liu Bei, Huo Jun, as the adviser, will face the wrath of Guan Yu and Zhang Fei.Huo Jun was really moved by Liu Bei's invisible protection.

Liu Bei put his hands down and said with a smile: "Although Ziyi and I have not met much, Bei knows his faith well, so please don't dissuade him. Now that you can see Ziyi lightly, it shows Bei's sincerity."

With that said, Liu Bei grabbed the reins and rode away.Chen Dao led several servants and followed him.After leaving the camp, Liu Bei saw Taishi Ci in armor and faced him directly without fear.

Seeing this, the attendant beside Taishi Ci said: "General, you can use your bow and kill Liu Yuzhou with one arrow."

Hearing this, Taishi Ci became furious. He swung the riding whip on the attendant's back and said, "How dare you trap me? Are you being unkind? Duke Xuande came to see you with his horse lightly dressed because of some faith. How can you be kind?" Can cause harm!”

After saying that, Taishi Ci dismounted and took off his armor. Then he got back on his horse and came to see Liu Bei wearing only his underwear.

The two rode their horses to meet in the center and greeted each other with hands in hand.

Liu Bei looked at Tai Shici and sighed: "We have been separated from each other in Beihai for ten years. Bei never expected to meet Ziyi in Yuzhang, and also in the middle of a military duel."

Seeing that Liu Bei was more majestic than before, Taishi Ci said with emotion: "In the past ten years, the general has traveled all over the world, saved Xuzhou, and resisted atrocities. He can be called a hero, and I deeply respect him."

After a pause, Taishi Ci asked: "The general wants to see a certain person, but it's about the battle."

"Ha ha!"

Liu Bei laughed a few times and said: "Today we only talk about old times, not about war."

"Huh?" Tai Shici said doubtfully, "Then the general sent someone to make an appointment to fight..."

Liu Bei showed sadness and said: "If I hadn't spoken like this, Zi Yi'an would have been prepared. The world has been at war for a long time, and friends are gradually dying. If I don't see Zi Yi now, when the two armies fight, I don't know what will happen!"

Taishi Ci was also silent. In these troubled times, he went from Liaodong to Beihai and then to Jiangdong, and saw the death of too many people.

Liu Bei changed the topic and changed his tone, saying: "Does Ziyi know how Duke Wenju (Kong Rong) is doing now?"

Taishi Ci shook his head and said: "Ci went to Jiangdong in the second year of Xingping (195) and has not seen Duke Wenju for several years. However, he heard that Duke Wenju has been appointed as the Shaofu. I wonder if this is the case?"

Liu Bei sighed and said: "One year after Ziyi left, Yuan Tan raised his troops to attack Beihai. Wen Jugong was defeated and left. His wife and children were captured by Yuan Tan and fled to Xuzhou. Later, the emperor came to Xuchang and conquered Wen Ju. When he was promoted to Duke, he was appointed as a general and became a great craftsman, and later he was promoted to a young master."

Taishi Ci was also very touched and said: "The civil servant has great ambitions, benevolent and righteous, and aims at peace, but his talents are crude and his resourcefulness is short-lived. Now he lives in Xuchang and serves as a minister. He talks about Puritanism and quotes scriptures. The chaos of war is also a good thing for Wen Jugong."

This feeling of meeting old people made Taishi Ci very relaxed.As the topic opened up, the two chatted enthusiastically, sometimes laughing, sometimes lamenting, and the atmosphere was harmonious.

After talking for about half an hour, Sun Ben, who received the news, came out of the camp to observe. Seeing that the two of them talked for longer and longer, their brows became more and more frowning. There were all kinds of thoughts in his heart, and he remembered the scene where Taishi Ci failed to pursue him yesterday. , and gradually became uneasy in my heart.

After chatting for another half an hour, when Sun Ben couldn't wait any longer, Taishi Ci and Liu Bei finally ended their chat and each rode their war horses back to camp.

Sun Bence immediately stepped forward to stop Tai Shici and asked, "What did Ziyi and Liu Xuande say in front of the formation today?"

Taishi Ci still had a smile on his face and said: "Today I will only talk about the old events in Beihai, not the military."

Sun Ben had doubts in his heart and said: "Now Liu Xuande has sent people to report and promise to fight. How can I not talk about military affairs?"

Taishi Ci shook his head and said truthfully: "Mr. Xuande didn't say anything, so why should I say it alone? We are just talking about personal relations. When the two armies are fighting, Ci will not show mercy."

Sun Ben secretly thought, he had never fought before, but now he sees Liu Bei taking off his armor and speaking kind words. If you kill him with an arrow, will Liu Bei have a chance to survive?

Although he thought so in his heart, Sun Ben did not say it out loud. He only had some doubts in his heart.He only hoped that his younger brother Sun Fu would lead his troops and join him soon.

(End of this chapter)