Three Kingdoms: I will act as a substitute for the Hunjun

Chapter 127 Do you want me to beg you? no way!

"What exactly is the thief going to do?" Liu Ming frowned.

Does he really want me to die outside? This is unlikely. Jian Shuo probably doesn't have any other better substitutes, at least not yet.

It is impossible to find other better solutions in such a short period of time without relying on me.

I've had an accident now, and it won't do him any good at all.

Then, there is only one possibility. He wants to take the opportunity to control me and make me obedient and not to escape his control.

However, the days of me being humble in front of him are gone forever.

Of course Jian Shuo still wanted to control the situation, but he already felt that he was increasingly unable to do what he wanted. He could only take advantage of the war to make a fuss about the key issue of food and grass.

As the saying goes, success cannot be greater than rescuing a driver, and plotting poison cannot be greater than depriving people of food.

Jian Shuo's move was extremely vicious, and he immediately grabbed Liu Ming's lifeline, forcing him to obey him.

Half of the grain and grass transported by Gai Xun was damaged. Hanoi was plundered by two waves of bandits, Bai Bo and Montenegro. The people were already in dire straits, and it was impossible to raise food on the spot.

At present, the army's food and fodder can last for about twenty days. If the White Wave Army can be defeated quickly like the Black Bandits, then everything will not be a problem.

It would be bad if the war goes against the odds and becomes a protracted war.

Of course, it is impossible to wait until the food is finished before transporting it. It is best to transport the food and grass from Luoyang now.

"You want me to beg you? Hehe..." Liu Ming sneered, "No way!"

After figuring out the purpose of Jian thief, there is no need to worry. In a sense, Jian Shuo should care more about Liu Ming's safety than Liu Ming himself.

"I don't want to beg you!" Liu Ming has already thought of a solution.

Soon, Zhu Jun, Gai Xun and others gathered in Pinggao County again.

"Fengxian became famous in the first battle and shocked the enemy. I will give you the title of Lieutenant Pinglu." Liu Ming saw Lu Bu's heroic spirit. The more he looked at him, the more he liked him and he immediately rewarded him.

No matter whether it was against the Baibo bandits or the Black Mountain bandits, Lu Bu was the first to do so, and no one could match him. He was promoted to captain, and everyone was convinced.

"Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty!" Lu Bu thanked him.

"Please get up first." Liu Ming raised his hand to support Lu Bu and stood up.

Liu Ming turned to the crowd and said: "Guo Tai, the leader of the Baibo bandits, and the Xiongnu cavalry have entered the river. There will be a fierce battle next. You all should move forward bravely and kill the enemy with meritorious deeds."

"I am willing to listen to His Majesty's orders!" everyone said in unison.

The Black Mountain bandits who had just been defeated in large numbers were at a time when their morale was high.

"Your Majesty, give an order to the last general, and he must take Guo Tai's head." Lu Bu took the lead in asking for battle.

He had just been promoted to an official position and was in high spirits, so he was the first to come out to challenge.

"Marching operations should be conducted with a certain degree of ease." Zhu Jun expressed his different opinions and said, "The soldiers have just finished a fierce battle with the Black Mountain bandits. They should rest for a few days to recuperate before fighting again."

As expected of a veteran, you still have an overall view.

"The general has rested in Pinggao for several days and would like to request orders to capture Wen County." Zhang Liao went out to ask for battle.

During this period of time, he and Liu Biao had been responsible for protecting Liu Ming in Pinggao County. He did not directly participate in the war. It could be said that he was recharging his strength.

"The actual strength of the enemy's army is still unclear, so there is no need to advance rashly. We will wait until the enemy's situation is known before making plans." Liu Mingdao said, "There is one thing that needs to be resolved first, and that is the issue of military rations. News came from the capital that Jian Shuo refused to issue rations. If it continues to be delayed, The morale of the army will inevitably be in chaos, and it will even be taken advantage of by thieves."

"Thieves are ruining the country!" Gai Xun said angrily, "Your Majesty, it was Wei Chen who lost more than half of the grain and grass he escorted, causing the grain and grass shortage now. Wei Chen asked for an order to go back to Beijing to supervise the grain. Who dares to stop me? I will risk my life not to do it." , I don’t have a future, but I still have to draw my sword and kill him!”

Gai Xun's eyes widened and his beard trembled with anger.

He was previously responsible for escorting grain and grass, but he was ambushed by Han Xian's men and lost more than half of the goods, so he always felt guilty.

Moreover, he had always disliked Jian Shuo. Now that he heard that Jian Shuo would not give him food, he immediately became furious.

Zhu Jun hesitated to speak, and finally said nothing.

He was well aware of Jian Shuo's current powerful position and would not express his position easily until the emperor's attitude was clear.

"Withholding military rations is a capital crime. Your Majesty should kill the thieves to enforce military law!" Lu Bu said, cupping his fists.

He has long been unhappy with Jian Shuo, and has heard a lot about Jian Shuo's evil deeds. For him, the most straightforward solution is always one word, and that is: kill!

"No rush, no rush, I already have a solution." Liu Ming said with a smile, "Gongwei will go and check all the Shan clan's food reserves. Of course, he can't completely starve them to death. In addition to leaving something to eat, All the rest will be harvested by next year’s autumn harvest as a subsequent punishment for this family’s betrayal.”

When everyone heard this, their eyes lit up.

It not only punished the Shan clan, but also warned other big clans in Hanoi.

The Shan clan is a large clan in Hanoi and can support more than 20,000 officers and soldiers for three months.

After this, the family's vitality must have been greatly weakened. Of course, Liu Ming did not kill them all, but left rations for them. After the spring planting next year, they will be able to relax during the autumn harvest.

Of course, it may take several years of accumulation to truly return to its heyday.

"Your Majesty's plan is very clever. It not only solves the problem of military rations, but also punishes the guilty." Zhu Jun said happily, "I will go and collect the mountain tribe's rations."

Zhu Jun immediately returned to Huai County to handle the matter personally. It was related to the food and fodder of the army. He should not be negligent or push the Shan clan too far.

Once the food and fodder problem was solved, everyone felt relieved and discussed strategies to deal with the Baibo Army.

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Outside Hangu Pass, Dong Zhuo's camp is located.

The charcoal brazier in the Chinese army's tent was burning brightly, and the warmth was in sharp contrast to the cold weather outside.

But the atmosphere in the big tent was a bit depressing. It was full of civil and military officials, but no one spoke.

Dong Zhuo sat in the middle with a sad look on his face.

Ever since Yuan Shao was forced to retreat into Hangu Pass in the Battle of Zhichi, the army had adopted a defense-oriented strategy, especially after Yuan Wei arrived. Yuan Shu arrived with reinforcements and went out to fight a few battles. However, after being defeated by Hua Xiong, he returned to the pass and could not come out.

Not long ago, Sun Jian came with his troops. He also did not believe in evil and led his troops out to fight. However, he was trapped by Li Ru's trick and almost lost his life, so he did not dare to come out.

No matter what tactics Dong Zhuo used to provoke his generals, Yuan Wei was determined to be a turtle and would not fight.

Dong Zhuo made several forceful attacks but failed, and his morale gradually declined.

Fortunately, looting Hongnong solved the food problem, otherwise this army would have dispersed long ago.

"We can't delay it like this any longer." After a long time, Dong Zhuo sighed and said, "The Hangu relationship has been in decline for days, and Yuan Wei has acted like a coward, only defending without fighting.

"Hongnong is not a place where we can live for a long time. If we cannot break through Guancheng and advance into Luoyang, we will easily fall into a dilemma. In my opinion, it is better to return to the west and seize Chang'an while its defense is empty, and then pass through Guanzhong. What do you think?"

As he spoke, he glanced around at everyone.

"This is a wonderful strategy." Niu Fu praised, "Huangfu Song is still dealing with the Qiang rebellion in Chencang and cannot get out. If he quells the Qiang rebellion, he will inevitably lead his troops to advance eastward. At that time, our army will be attacked from both sides."

"It is true." General Guo Bang agreed, "If the general can establish a foothold in Chang'an, he can also recruit Ma Teng, Han Sui and others, and even recruit Huangfu Song. By then, he will be powerful in the world, and heroes will come to join him. Who in the world will Can anyone defeat me?"

General Li Jue laughed and said, "We will defend Tongguan by then. If the emperor wants to attack us, he will also try to attack the dangerous pass. Hahahaha..."

Everyone laughed.

In fact, many generals have long wanted to withdraw their troops, but they just didn't dare to say it directly.

They are an isolated force here, with no territory, no reinforcements, and no supplies, and may be surrounded by the army at any time. Coupled with the cold weather, it is not conducive to marching and combat.

Moreover, the Hedong Baibo thieves on the other side of the Yellow River are making a lot of noise, and they might enter Hongnong County when the Yellow River freezes. At that time, it will be the most deadly to Dong Zhuo's army.

They simply cannot support multi-front operations now.

Although the Baibo Army is not as powerful as them, they have too many people. If they really fight, the outcome will be unpredictable.

Therefore, morale was not high to begin with, and Hangu Pass blocked the road and could not be conquered for a long time, so everyone wanted to retreat. Now even Dong Zhuo has this idea.

"What do Wenyou think?" Dong Zhuo looked at Li Ru.

Li Ru was Dong Zhuo's most trusted think tank. He gave Dong Zhuo many clever strategies, but in dealing with Yuan Wei, he failed to achieve any results.

Li Ru thought for a while and said: "The general's original intention of raising troops this time was to take the opportunity to enter Luoyang, control the government, and command the world. Simply put, he wanted to kill Jian Shuo and let the general control the emperor."

As expected of a ruthless person, they directly stated their purpose of sending troops this time.

In the past, they were secretive, under the guise of clearing the emperor's side and eliminating traitors, but now that they are facing each other, they can speak out directly.

"If we go west to Chang'an and the imperial court gives an order, we will inevitably face a nationwide encirclement and suppression, and the general will still be in a passive situation." Li Ru said solemnly, "In view of the lower officials, we should march to Luoyang and control the government.

"If you can't pass Hangu Pass, just change the direction and take a detour. You must capture Luoyang, otherwise I will die without a burial place."

"A detour?" Dong Zhuo stroked his steel beard and pondered, "But where is the detour? Where should we detour?"

Luoyang is surrounded by dangerous passes and guards, making it difficult to go anywhere.

At this moment, a detective horse came to report: "General, Guo Tai, the leader of the Baibo bandits, and the Huns' cavalry entered Hanoi from the east of the river."

"There is a road!" Li Ru laughed loudly, "God helps the general! The Dog Emperor is in Hanoi to suppress the bandits. The Baibo bandits entered Hanoi in large numbers for this reason. At this time, the east of the river is empty, and the general can take advantage of this to enter the east of the river to raise troops. Sit on the mountain and watch the tiger fight.

"When the Baibo thieves and the dog emperor fight until both sides are defeated, and then the general will send troops to Hanoi to clean up the mess, and with the help of King Qin's escort, he will kidnap the emperor and return to Luoyang. By then, won't it be the general who has the final say in the world?"

"Okay! Wen You said it well!" Dong Zhuo laughed loudly, took pictures of several cases, and said, "That's it, hahahaha... Send the order to secretly withdraw the troops tonight and march to the east of the river! Wait for the old thief Yuan to open up tomorrow Eyes, we already had breakfast in Hedong. Hahahaha..."

"If you want to evacuate, go as early as possible. Why wait until night?" Li Ru said with a smile, "You can also evacuate during the day."

"Withdraw troops in the daytime? If the officers and soldiers take advantage of the situation to attack, won't our army suffer a loss?" General Hua Xiong said disdainfully.

What kind of military tactics does a scholar know? It's just enough to play tricks, but when it comes to truly arranging troops and leading an army to fight, you are far from us generals.

Everyone looked at Li Ru. It was obvious that these generals basically had the same view.

"Haha, Yuan Wei is suspicious, I bet he doesn't dare to come out." Li Ru said calmly, "Besides, wouldn't it be better for him to come out? I've been trying my best these days to get him out, isn't it? ?As long as we make thorough preparations, we won’t be afraid of him getting out of seclusion!”

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In Hangu Pass, Yuan Kai was discussing matters with the generals.

"I reiterate once again that we are not allowed to go to war!" Yuan Wei said solemnly, "We have the backing of the imperial court and the backing of the entire Han Dynasty. Are we afraid that we will not be able to defeat the Dong thief? Even if he plunders Hongnong's grain and grass, how long can he hold on? Heaven? Our army only has one word: Guard! Anyone who disobeys the order will be killed!"

The generals who had just been eager to invite a fight immediately withered.

Yuan Wei's idea is very clear, that is to fight you for consumption. I have the whole world to continuously supply military supplies, but you, Dong Zhuo, have no logistics at all. What can you use to consume me?

As long as Dong Zhuo withdraws, no matter where he goes, the mission entrusted to Yuan Wei by the emperor will be completed. He can return to the court as a victor to deliver orders to the emperor. This can ensure that the Yuan family is safe and sound, and the mistakes Yuan Shu made before can be eliminated. No further pursuit.

But once he goes into battle, he has to bear corresponding risks. After several battles, he can clearly feel that in terms of combat experience, his side is not at the same level as Dong Zhuo and cannot be compared.

We can only adopt the strategy of defending without fighting.

At this moment, Zhu Ling, the general in charge of patrolling the customs, came in and reported, "Reporting to Situ, the Dong thieves are setting up camp and seem to want to withdraw their troops."

"Go and have a look!" When Yuan Wei heard this, he was overjoyed and hurriedly led his generals to the gate tower. Looking down, he saw Dong Zhuo's troops dismantling the camp and packing their belongings, as if they were about to leave.

"This is a God-given opportunity." Yuan Shu said excitedly, "Why not take advantage of the chaos when he moves the camp to suddenly attack and kill the Dong thief by surprise!"

"The highway makes sense." Sun Jian praised. "Without a camp to protect us, and without a formation to defend ourselves, this is a rare opportunity to attack."

Everyone looked at Yuan Wei.

Yuan Wei observed carefully, shook his head and said, "I'm afraid this is Dong's thief's plan to lure the enemy."

"Uncle, this opportunity is not to be missed." Yuan Shao also advised.

Yuan Wei glanced at the generals who were eager to fight, and said: "Think about it, how many tricks did Thief Dong use in the past few days to lure us into fighting? It is not ruled out that moving the camp is also a temptation for us.

"You think, if he really wanted to withdraw his troops, how could he raise his camp with great fanfare in broad daylight? Why not secretly withdraw his troops at night when I am not prepared? There must be a fraud involved! Do not send troops without permission!"

Everyone thought for a while and felt that Yuan Wei's words seemed to make sense, but what if Dong Zhuo didn't think so much? What about simply withdrawing troops?

(End of this chapter)