The Three Kingdoms: The Cold Gate World

Chapter 304 The End of the Hero
Jin Machao, who was once famous in the northwest, never imagined that he would have a dead end.

The hand holding the tiger-headed golden gun was a little weak, and the blood-stained body was obviously exhausted, and the handsome and heroic face showed a decadent expression.

Ma Chao, with less than [-] remnants of defeated generals, came to the outside of Chang'an City.

In front of him is the increasingly prosperous Western Capital of the Han Dynasty, and the current owner is Guo Jia, who was born penniless more than ten years ago.

One is not much older than Ma Chao, the other is not a man with a more prominent background than Ma Chao, and the other is a man who is not more powerful than Ma Chao.

Now, under the bright sunshine, Ma Chao wants to humbly report his intention to the city gate, hoping to get Guo Jia's kind acceptance and assistance.

The city gate order did not dare to be careless. Although Ma Chao did not have the courage to enter the city directly with soldiers and horses, he still ordered the guards on patrol at the top of the city to guard against Ma Chao's attack, and quickly sent someone to inform Guo Jia. On the central main road, Gan Ning rode to the gate of the city with a thousand cavalry.

Seeing this downcast Ma Chao with gray eyes, it was hard for Gan Ning to imagine that this was the rebellious and unruly Ma Chao that Xu Chu said had the guts to act presumptuously in front of Guo Jia.

"General, my lord said that the general can enter the city, but the accompanying soldiers must be stationed outside the city. Those who are injured can enter the city for treatment. For daily needs, my lord will make comprehensive arrangements for the general. I hope the general can be considerate. My lord does this. I don’t want to cause panic and riots among the people in the city.”

Chang'an City belonged to Guo Jia, so whether Ma Chao could enter or not was up to Guo Jia. According to Ma Chao's current situation, he had no room to bargain. The city will definitely attract spectators. As for scaring the people or embarrassing them, that's another matter.

Gan Ning's tone was neither scornful nor condescending, just indifferent.

If Gan Ning was the chivalrous hero in Berkshire 15 years ago, he would probably be congenial with Ma Chao, but now Gan Ning, even if he can't beat Ma Chao, he will not have admiration for Ma Chao, just look at him now Looking down and out, Gan Ning is very pleased that he met Guo Jia on the road of life.

"I am grateful for your benevolence and righteousness."

Ma Chao's speech at this time was a little lifeless. He could be arrogant and think he was invincible, but the fact before him was that he couldn't even guard Han Sui, an old man.

It was Guo Jia who looked at the strength of Ma Chao and Han Sui. Obviously, Han Sui was superior. In the situation where the soldiers were evenly matched, Han Sui was already mature. Guo Jia had to be more cautious when standing in front of Han Sui. There is a saying that is good , To grow old and not die is to be a thief.

Gan Ning's reason for not allowing Ma Chao to lead the army into the city is a high-sounding rhetoric, but Guo Jia is actually guarding against Ma Chao.

Han Sui suddenly attacked Ma Chao, and came out in full force. Even if Guo Jia had been keeping an eye on the situation in the northwest, the specific information would be a few days later. Just in case Ma Chao and Han Sui disagreed on the surface and secretly plotted against Chang'an. It would not be a problem if Ma Chao's bravery led two thousand soldiers to forcibly occupy the city gate and support it for an hour or two. If Han Sui led the army to drive straight in during that gap, Guo Jia would definitely be fine, but Chang'an, which has just recovered a little bit of prosperity It's going to be a catastrophe.

Ma Chao turned his horse's head listlessly, separated out some wounded soldiers who needed to be healed as soon as possible, and followed him into the city. As for many soldiers with minor injuries, Ma Chao did not take them with him. Even at this time, he wanted to keep some Dignity, I don't want more wounded soldiers to enter Chang'an and become a laughing stock.

Guo Jia's failure to go out of the city to greet Ma Chao was not a disgrace to Ma Chao, but he just hoped that Ma Chao could see the reality clearly. He didn't need to put on airs to make things difficult for Ma Chao at this time, so he stood outside the house to welcome Ma Chao.

Standing beside Guo Jia was Xu Shu, who, like Guo Jia, had a slightly sad and sad expression.

The panic-stricken Ma Chao followed Gan Ning to Guo Jia. Before he could open his mouth, Guo Jia asked with concern, "Meng Qi is safe and sound. It's a blessing among misfortunes. He wasn't injured, right?"

Ma Chao bowed his head in silence and gritted his teeth.

Perhaps, he is not used to this kind of concern from others, or he understands this kind of greeting as pity.

Ugh

With a long sigh, Guo Jia said with some regret: "I didn't expect Han Wenyue to break his promise. If Brother Shoucheng is still alive, he must be heartbroken."

"That dog thief!"

Ma Chao gritted his teeth and cursed angrily, and all the spitting stars flew out, just spraying on the front of Guo Jia's brocade robe.

Realizing that he was impolite, Ma Chao bowed his hands to Guo Jia in a muffled voice: "I have no intention to offend the envoy, please forgive me."

Guo Jia waved his hands indifferently and said, "I understand Meng Qi's current mood."

Does he really understand?

Ma Chao himself felt that this kind of bereaved dog's posture was useless, so how could Guo Jia understand it?

"That bastard Han Sui took advantage of my unpreparedness to attack Jincheng, and I dare you to ask your envoy for help. First, he will relieve the siege of Jincheng, and second, he will get rid of Han Sui, the villain, for the people of Liangzhou."

Ma Chao never went to see Guo Jia, and he didn't know whether it was because of his self-esteem that made him look up in front of Guo Jia, or because he felt that it was too difficult to ask for help. Anyway, the majestic Ma Chao in the past is now a The distress of the hero's end.

War needs a name, and Guo Jia wants to intervene in the grievances between the Han and Ma families, but in fact he has no name.

Everyone is a Hanchen, so why should Guo Jia take care of the dispute between Han Sui and Ma Chao?
Ma Chao, who was full of resentment, at least had a bit of brains at this time, knowing that Guo Jia should not be called to send troops for no reason, so he invisibly gave Guo Jia a high hat.

First call Han Sui a villain, and ask Guo Jia to send troops to suppress the thief and restore peace in the northwest. This is for the common people, for the people, not for the personal grievances of the Ma family.

Guo Jia really wanted to say a word in front of Ma Chao: When is the time for retribution!

Since Han Sui's rebellion and Ma Teng's rebellion, the grievances and entanglements between the Han and Ma families have never ceased.

Going back today and judging the right and wrong of the two companies, it is difficult to distinguish right from wrong.

Before Han Sui attacked Ma Chao, Ma Chao withheld Han Sui's food. This was to force Han Sui to a dead end. If you don't give me a way to survive, then don't blame me for putting you to death.

Before that, Ma Chao was going to go out of the Guandong with Guo Jia, and Han Sui intended to annex Ma Chao's territory. situation.

Going back to Ma Teng's era, although the Han and Ma families were brothers with different surnames, they also had a series of life-and-death fights. It is related to many Qianghu tribes, and there are too many intricate conflicts of interests mixed in it. It is impossible to figure out who is right and who is wrong.

Therefore, Ma Chao hoped that Guo Jia would send troops to exterminate Han Sui, and it was impossible to use the enmity between the Han and Ma families as an argument. As a Ma family, Ma Chao himself might not be able to understand the cause and effect of the grievances between the two families.

Faced with Ma Chao's request, Guo Jia was silent for a moment and then said in a deep voice: "I heard that Han Sui slaughtered many counties. Such a large-scale slaughter is against the peace of heaven. No matter what, the people are innocent. Meng Qi, I am here Here I assure you, within three days, I will send troops to rescue Jincheng, and then at least drive Han Sui out of your territory."

Ma Chao agreed dully and then didn't continue.

Sending troops within three days is already considered fast. After all, fighting is not a child's play. Food and supplies, task assignments, marching routes, and arms allocation all require time to schedule and prepare.

"I have prepared a residence for Meng Qi in the city. Meng Qi will use it as a temporary shelter. After the siege of Jincheng is over, you can go back on your own."

Guo Jia's arrangements were very thorough, and he had already made preparations for military operations, but he couldn't put on an attitude of being ready for battle in front of Ma Chao, as if he had been waiting for Han and Ma to go to war.

Turning around and preparing to walk into the mansion, Guo Jia turned to Xu Shu and said, "Send a decree to the counties in Guanzhong, but all the people who have fled must be treated kindly. If there is a shortage of money and food in the counties, they can be reported to Chang'an for dispatch. "

There is a difference in essence between Han Sui's massacre and Cao Cao's massacre. Cao Cao is more about deterring the enemy, while Han Sui wants to grab food. If he doesn't massacre the city, then the people are likely to turn against him. Underestimate the energy gathered by ordinary people. After all, the people have been robbed of food storage, what choice do they have?Either fight Han Sui desperately, or wait to starve to death, or flee to Guanzhong to beg.

He had already stepped up the stone steps outside the mansion when Guo Jia suddenly turned around and called Ma Chao to a halt.

"Meng Qi, why didn't you see Lingming? Is he outside the city? Or is he injured?"

When Guo Jia saw Ma Chao for the first time, he felt something was wrong. It wasn't until just now that he realized that there was no one around Ma Chao. Where did Pang De go?

Hearing this, Ma Chao lowered his head even more.

He said quietly: "Ling Ming is seriously ill and can't get out of bed. When I broke out from Jincheng, Ling Ming was still in the city."

Guo Jia's eyes widened in disbelief.

"What did you say? You left Lingming in Jincheng? Don't you care about his life or death?"

Guo Jia suddenly showed an angry expression.

Ma Chao was a little embarrassed and a little annoyed.

He breaks out of the encirclement uselessly, can he still bring Pound who can't even get out of bed?What's more, Pang De is his subordinate, so Guo Jia can't control how he handles it!
But at this time, Ma Chao didn't dare to contradict Guo Jia confidently. Guo Jia now not only has the right to choose whether to destroy Han Sui, but he even holds Ma Chao's life in his hands, and no soldier is by his side. Ma Chao, no matter how strong he is, he can't go against the sky.

"Xingba, immediately mobilize the silver-feathered flying cavalry. After half an hour, I will lead the cavalry to Jincheng!"

(End of this chapter)