Xiliang Iron Cavalry

In addition, in Nanyang City, Liu Pan was under a lot of pressure. The number of defenders in the city was quite large, but the development of Jingzhou was too stable. Most of the soldiers were newcomers who had never experienced the battlefield. They were taken to Hangu Pass by Liu Biao. The soldiers on the battlefield suffered heavy losses. The personnel were replenished, but the combat effectiveness was weakened a lot. In addition, after Liu Biao proclaimed himself emperor in the past few years, he was not as diligent as before. The affluence as before, under the attack of Cao Cao's army, seems a bit stretched.

In addition to the reinforcements sent by Liu Biao and the defenders in the city, Nanyang's defenders reached 3 people. For a while, they were not afraid of Cao Cao. As long as the backup could keep up, Liu Pan had enough confidence to stop Cao's army in Nanyang. .

Cao Cao's strategy really made Liu Pan a little flustered. Although the strength of the defenders in the counties around Nanyang is not weak, compared with Cao Jun's army, they are still much inferior, and everyone is not Liu Biao. Many county magistrates surrendered to Cao Jun when they saw that Cao Jun was powerful. After capturing two county towns without bloodshed, Cao Jun's team arrived in Xinye. , Cao Jun's team didn't dare to make any changes, and waited quietly for reinforcements. Liu Pan hoped that the two could fight. Liu Bei's reputation in Jingzhou has never been very good. If it wasn't because of his face, Liu Biao would have driven Liu Bei away long ago. No matter what, Liu Bei still has the halo of the royal clan on his head.

After Cao Jun divided his troops, the pressure on Wancheng was much less.

After Zhuge Liang returned to Xinye with Liu Bei, he treated Zhuge Liang with respect and respect, and his status in the army seemed to have surpassed that of Zhang Fei and Guan Yu.

Zhang Fei occasionally uttered disrespectful words, but Guan Yu did not dissuade him. To be honest, he also looked down upon this young man. I am afraid that he has never even seen a big state or county. How can he know how to govern the army and the local area? It's just a reputation.

"Sir, now Cao Jun's team is gradually approaching Xinye, and the elite of Cao Jun is known all over the world. I don't know what good strategy sir has?" Liu Bei asked.

Zhuge Liang's expression froze, knowing that Liu Bei was going to test him. Although Liu Bei didn't say anything on the surface, he must have some mistrust in his heart for a fledgling young man, but Liu Bei's city is better than Guan Yu and Zhang Fei. Deep, so the words are not so harsh.

After pondering for a while, Zhuge Liang showed a warm smile, and said: "My lord, Cao Jun is nothing to worry about, he can be turned into dust in just a few seconds."

Zhang Fei muttered in dissatisfaction: "You will be talking sarcastic words, and you will defeat Cao Jun if you have the ability to commit crimes in the future." Not angry.

Liu Bei glared at Zhang Fei and said, "I don't know what the military master's plan is?"

"Liang's concern is not Cao's army, but the place where the lord stands. Xinye is located at the junction of Jingzhou and Cao's army. The city wall is small and the people are few. It is difficult to make great achievements here for a long time. The nine counties of Jingxiang , the name of wealth is known to the world, but now Liu Biao is not benevolent, why doesn't my lord take it?" Zhuge Liang said slowly.

Liu Bei's expression became serious, Zhuge Liang was not worried about Cao Jun, but was thinking about his future standing. With such a foresight and foresight counselor, why worry about not being able to make some achievements.

"Sir, Jing Sheng is from the same family as Bei. An Neng took it, and Bei was able to gain a foothold in Xinye with Jing Sheng's help after Xuzhou's defeat. Don't mention it again." Liu Bei refused.

"My lord's benevolence and righteousness are the blessings of our army, but Xinye may not be a place to wait for a long time. I hope my lord will make plans early." Zhuge Liang said.

The ancient literati still practiced this kind of thing, benevolence and righteousness were on the lips, and Liu Bei's actions were indeed praised by counselors, so in times of adversity, there are still many counselors who agree with each other, so why does he not want to take the land of Jingzhou? He thinks it is for his own use, but the strength of his subordinates is too weak to achieve great things, so he needs to take it slow.

"Let's talk about defeating the invading Cao army first. Cao Cao sent [-] troops to attack Jingzhou. The momentum is huge and should not be underestimated." Guan Yu said.

Zhuge Liang smiled and said: "So, Liang will not be polite."

Zhang Fei curled his lips in dissatisfaction. Now he and Guan Yu are completely on the same line, it depends on how embarrassing Zhuge Liang will be in front of everyone.

The generals of the Cao army are Xiahou Dun and Le Jin, both of whom are well-known in the Cao army, but they have always been in dispute over the main force attacking Xinye. Sheng, no one wanted to give up the credit for what they got, and they were arguing along the way which team should attack Xinye first.

As for Liu Bei's army in Xinye City, the two of them didn't pay attention at all. At the beginning, Liu Bei commanded [-] soldiers in Xuzhou, but he was defeated by Cao Jun and exiled to Jingzhou. Throughout Liu Bei's departure from the mountain, he has been wandering and settled Therefore, wherever they go, there are basically more defeats than victories. The army has already found out that the city of Xinye is small and can be captured in a day.

"General Le, this time we are attacking Xinye, my men will go first. If we can't win, you will go first, how about it?" Xiahou Dun said.

Le Jin retorted: "Why? Could it be that my soldiers are no match for you, or let's try a fight."

Xiahou Dun was quite unhappy when he heard the words, and immediately shouted: "Hit it, hit it."

The lieutenants of the two sides hurried forward to try to persuade them to fight. Both of them were very hot-tempered, and they didn't know what Cao Cao was thinking, so they ordered them to lead the army to attack Xinye.

In the middle of the night, Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei and other Xinye officials were discussing in the house how to resist Cao Jun. The team of Xiahou Dun and others was only fifty miles away from Xinye City and would arrive soon.

"My lord, it's easy to defeat Cao Jun. Please use my lord's military order." Zhuge Liang turned his attention to Liu Bei.

Liu Bei handed over the general order to Zhuge Liang without hesitation. In the army, the military order can order everything. When seeing the military order, the soldiers must obey the conditions. Even Guan Yu and Zhang Fei could not resist after seeing the military order. .

After seeing Liu Bei's behavior, Zhuge Liang's heart warmed up. After a short time of acquaintance, he was able to trust him so much, and it was not in vain for him to follow him. Why, the counselor would switch to another side without hesitation. Facts have proved that Liu Bei can be called the master.

"Military orders are in the hands of the military division. All orders are under his command. If anyone disobeys, he must be reported and killed directly." Liu Bei said seriously.

The generals in the army heard the words and made their promises. Although Guan Yu and Zhang Fei were dissatisfied, they did not dare to say anything else when they saw that the military order was in Zhuge Liang's hands. The two still understood the reason why the military order was like a mountain.

"Zhang Fei listens to the order." Zhuge Liang said seriously.

After Zhang Fei paused for a moment, he walked out of the queue, cupped his fists and said, "No."

"I order you to lead 2000 troops to ambush on the mountain not far from Xinye City. Here is a kit. When Cao Jun approaches, act according to the plan without any omissions, otherwise military law will follow." Zhuge Liang said.

Zhang Fei took the kit from Zhuge Liang, and he was quite puzzled. It was just such a thing that could defeat Cao Jun. The Cao Jun who attacked had 2000 troops. With [-] troops, Zhang Fei didn't have any confidence. It's just that Liu Bei has already said his words just now, so he can only keep his depression in his heart. After Zhuge Liang's strategy fails, there will inevitably be some ridicule.

"Where is Guan Yu?" Zhuge Liang sat in the upper seat, his tone was flat, and he had the demeanor of a Confucian general.

"Humble position." Guan Yu, like Zhang Fei, stepped forward after being dull for a while. In the past, when he gave orders in the army, he was not so formal at all, which made him a little uncomfortable.

"You lead 2000 men and horses to ambush on the mountain ten miles away from the city. When Cao Jun retreats, open the kit and act according to the plan." Zhuge Liang also handed over a kit.

"The army will move out immediately, and there must be no slack." Zhuge Liang said.

"Military division, what are you doing?" Zhang Fei asked.

"Liangzi should sit in the army and wait for the two generals to win the flag." Zhuge Liang showed a warm smile again.

"Why are you sitting in the army? You are obviously afraid of death and dare not go to the battlefield." Zhang Fei couldn't bear it anymore, and shouted.

"Third brother, don't be polite. The military master is planning a strategy to win the battle thousands of miles away. Hurry up to order troops so as not to delay the military opportunity." Liu Bei scolded.

After Zhang Fei and Guan Yu led the troops away, Liu Bei asked puzzledly: "Sir, Cao's army has 2 horses, while the second and third brothers only brought 4000 troops, can they win?"

"My lord, you have to worry. If you want to attack Xinye, you have to pass by General Zhang's ambush, and the number of the leading team is only 5000 at most. If General Zhang follows the plan, keep it so that Cao Jun can come and go."

Liu Bei nodded and said yes. Although there were many puzzles in his heart, seeing that Zhuge Liang was so confident, he couldn't ask any more questions. He could only pray in his heart for victory.

In the end, Xiahou Dun made a concession and let Le Jin lead 5000 people first. If he couldn't win, Xiahou Dun would be replaced.

Le Jin didn't take off, although he knew that there were more than 1 Liu Bei's army in the city, but he didn't have the slightest fear.

After successive marches, the soldiers under his command were a bit overwhelmed, but for the sake of victory, Le Jin didn't seem to care so much, and urged his soldiers to advance quickly, trying to reach Xinye by dawn.

The deputy general persuaded: "General, there is a valley ahead, and it is the beginning of spring, and the weeds in the mountains are dry, so don't rush into it easily, or wait until dawn and make a clear investigation before making a decision."

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