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Chapter 190 Chapter [-] Alliance
This night, Liu Bang and Zhang Liang couldn't sleep all night. The first half of the night was full of sorrow, and the second half of the night was full of surprises.Just when they were under pressure because of Xiang Yu's existence, and it was difficult to deal with it, Xiang Bo came and brought them the news of the traitor, and Xiang Yu's arrangement gave them the time and opportunity to plan and prepare in advance, and hurriedly arranged to deal with it.

At the same time, they also became relatives of their sons and daughters, which can be regarded as a political alliance, which was definitely extraordinary for Liu Bang at this time.

When the auspicious stars are shining, good luck is overwhelming. Liu Bang did not know what kind of shit luck this night, and surprises came one after another... Just as Xiang Bo was sent away, the second guest arrived.

Neither Liu Bang nor Zhang Liang expected that the second guest who came late at night turned out to be Yin Xu!
The reason why Yin Xu came to see Liu Bang stemmed from the conversation with Chen Ping.

"My lord, you mean that Uncle Xiang will go to Zhang Liang?" Chen Ping was a little puzzled.

Seeing this, Yin Xu smiled and said, "Do you still remember Xue Di's alliance? Uncle Xiang and Zhang Liang have a very close relationship, and he owes Zhang Liang a great favor. Uncle Xiang values ​​friendship, and everyone in the army knows that he will do whatever he wants. Not surprising!"

Chen Ping's memory of Xue Di's reunion is still fresh. It was at that time that he met General Yin for the first time, and he also heard about the relationship between Xiang Bo and Zhang Liang.Is it just based on this that Xiang Bo will go to see Zhang Liang?Zhang Liang is Liu Bang's confidant, so he will naturally tell Liu Bang that after all, Uncle Xiang is also Xiang Yu's uncle.However, Chen Ping had to admire General Yin's intuition and prediction.

Chen Pingdao: "Think about it, my lord. Tomorrow's Hongmen banquet must be full of murderous intentions, but a Bo Xiang can only report to Liu Bang and make Liu Bang be careful. How much can he do? As long as Xiang Yu's invitation arrives, Liu Bang can't shirk it. He must come to Hongmen!"

"It is conceivable that tomorrow's Hongmen Banquet will be full of murderous intentions. Even if Liu Bang is fully prepared, so what? Even if Xiang Bo persuades and mediates, how effective will it be?"

Yin Xu thought to himself: No matter how whimsical Ren Chenping thought, he would never have expected that Xiang Zhuang's sword dance was aimed at Peigong, and Xiang Bo would play a role.It can be said that Xiang Bo's help to Liu Bang during the whole Hongmen Banquet was definitely not small, and it was crucial.

Chen Ping continued: "Chen thinks that the lord can find a way to do something to help Liu Bang save his life, avoid Xiang Yu's blame and murderous intentions, or find a way to help him escape. It is definitely a good deal to sell Liu Bang a favor now."

Yin Xu pondered and walked back and forth, looking at the terrain of Xinfeng Hongmen in front of him, and with his own understanding of history, he thought: This is still possible. It may be feasible to explore a small road in advance and help Liu Bang escape at that time.At the Hongmen Banquet, didn't Liu Bang just escape from the alley with the excuse of going to the toilet?It seems that this historical mission is entrusted to him.

While Yin Xu was thinking, Chen Ping was also thinking about it. He thought for a while and said to Yin Xu: "My lord, Xiang Yu is destined to be strong in the future. My lord's idea is very good. Keep Liu Bang to restrain Xiang Yu and plot his own Dharma God, but this is not enough. .”

Oh?Yin Xu turned his head and asked softly, "What do you think sir?"

Chen Pingdao: "Find a way to support Liu Bang and form an alliance with Liu Bang!"

Yin Xu smiled in his heart, did he enter the Three Kingdoms period ahead of schedule?Want to recruit Liu Kangxiang?However, Chen Ping's proposal was not wrong.Yin Xu quickly summed up the matter in his mind. If Liu Bang survived only to linger on his last breath, his role would be very limited.The best effect can only be achieved if he is strong enough, and in the end he is evenly matched with Xiang Yu.

But with Liu Bang's current form and strength, is he qualified and capable to be on par with Xiang Yu?The obvious answer is no.Yin Xu thought of the history of the struggle between Chu and Han, and calculated the strength comparison between Chu and Han. In terms of counselors, Fan Zeng vs. Zhang Liang is a game between top counselors.

In terms of military generals, Xiang Yu has many first-class generals such as Longqi, Xiangzhuang, Zhonglimei, and Yu Ziqi. Liu Bang is not inferior, and Fan Kuai, Zhou Bo, Cao Can and others are also comparable in strength.The awareness of the strength of the troops is too great, but it will continue to change. Anyone can do such things as conscription and training...

Then the only difference is that he is handsome. Xiang Yu himself is a first-class fierce general, and he is also an outstanding military genius. His ability to command battles is extraordinary.But watching the battle of Julu, he broke the boat and broke the elite Qin army several times his own, and he can see some clues from it.

In the subsequent battle between Chu and Han, there are countless examples of leading the army to win.In the Battle of Pengcheng, 3 people defeated the 56 princes' coalition led by Liu Bang, and the Sui River was killed. Its tragic situation is unimaginable.These are all Xiang Yu's brave deeds, and it is also the embodiment of his amazing military talent and commanding ability.

On the other hand, Liu Bang has to say that his luck has been good in the battle against Qin and destroying Qin.In many cases, it is not how powerful he fights, but by chance, when he encounters internal problems with the enemy, he voluntarily surrenders or something.For example, the battle of Chenliu, such as Wuguan voluntarily offering to surrender, or Ziying voluntarily surrendering.

In addition, Xiang Yu attracted most of the main force of the Qin army to Julu, and Liu Bang was able to march smoothly without encountering any major difficulties.Encountered fierce resistance in Luoyi, he also chose to retreat despite the difficulties and take a detour.Of course, with Zhang Liang and others to help him make suggestions, Fan Kui and other generals fought bravely is also an important part of success.

Liu Bang's own ability to lead troops in combat was very poor, and nine out of ten times ended in failure.The most famous is the Battle of Pengcheng, where 56 people were turned upside down by Xiang Yu's 3 people, and fled in defeat. He barely escaped, but left his parents, wife and children as Xiang Yu's hostages.

Even the famous military genius Han Xin said bluntly that Liu Bang led no more than 10 troops.Thinking of this, Yin Xu immediately thought of Han Xin, who has more soldiers, the better. He has been in the army as a spearman for a long time, so he should have other plans.

But how?Can Liu Bang without Han Xin have a chance to get out of Bashu?Occupy Guanzhong and confront Xiang Yu?But this is also a military genius that was easily given to Liu Bang, how could Yin Xu be willing to give it up so easily...for a while, his mood was extremely complicated.

There is also Chen Ping's support for Liu Bang. It is true that Liu Bang can contain Xiang Yu when he grows strong, but in the end when his strength reaches a certain level, it is very likely that they will fight each other.The risk of cultivating opponents is self-evident.

But at this moment, there is no other choice, if there is no Liu Bang's existence, it will be powerful.Xiang Yu is bound to eat them one by one, let's talk about the future, focus on the present first, and solve the urgent need.

Chen Ping suggested: "My lord, if possible, my subordinates suggest whether to send someone to meet Liu Bang. The icing on the cake is of course good, but it is better than sending charcoal in the snow. It is freezing cold at this time, and Liu Bang must be waiting in Bashang's barracks. This kindness is hard to come by, and it would be best to discuss an alliance with him now, and Liu Bang will definitely take the initiative and agree to it."

Yin Xu thought about it and felt that it made sense, but he just sent someone to see Liu Bang, who should he send?There is only Su An who is reliable by his side... After all, Nai Su'an is young and a little too immature, so it is not appropriate to send him there.If only Pu Jun was here, it would be great if he was prudent and quick-witted, he would definitely handle this matter well, but he stayed in Xin'an to guard his only capital, not to mention there are other important things entrusted to him.

Send Chen Ping?Chen Ping is very suitable, eloquence and resourcefulness can definitely be done properly.But after all, Chen Ping was attached to him on the first day, so let him do such a dangerous and difficult thing, forget it!

The point is that Yin Xu didn't want to expose his relationship with Chen Ping so early at all. If Liu Bang knew about it, he would be more defensive and afraid of him, and the cooperation between them would not be so smooth.It would be even more serious if Xiang Yu knew about it, maybe he would immediately regard himself as the top enemy, which would be counterproductive.At the same time, it will also implicate Chen Ping, so the relationship between Chen Ping and himself must be kept highly confidential, and it must not be leaked now.

After thinking about it, it seems that there is no suitable candidate around me. Who should do it?Yin Xu smiled in his heart, let's go by himself!

When Yin Xu expressed his thoughts, Chen Ping hesitated and said worriedly, "My lord, is it appropriate for you to take risks yourself?"

Yin Xu shook his head and said: "There is nothing inappropriate. Just go and come back quickly, and no one will find out. Now everyone's eyes are on Bashang and Liu Bang. Who will pay attention to the barracks in this corner and me?" What about it? Besides, would it be more sincere for me to go in person? Liu Peigong would also be more receptive?"

Walking in this turbulent pass in the dark night, Yin Xu may not be at ease if it is someone else.What's more, this matter is of great importance, absolutely no negligence is allowed!
Chen Ping hesitated for a while and said: "Okay! Be careful, my lord. Chen Ping is here to wait for the good news."

Yin Xu nodded and said: "It's not too late, I'm leaving now, go back early!"

After returning to the camp and explaining Su An's precautions, after taking cover, General Yin Xu quietly left the barracks.

After galloping all the way, under the brilliance of the stars and the moon, Yin Xu also came to Bashang Liu Bang's barracks...

Yin Xu did not enter the barracks immediately, he was waiting for Xiang Bo to leave, Xiang Bo came here because of emotion and impulsiveness.It doesn't mean that he betrayed Xiang Yu, and of course he can't tolerate the existence of betraying Xiang Yu. If you send him a letter that you are here, it will be very bad.If he was excited and told Xiang Yu, without mentioning others, Fan Yafu would immediately seize such a good opportunity and use an excuse to dispose of himself.

Yin Xu has always been cautious, how could he make such low-level mistakes, let alone give Xiang Yu and Fan Zeng any excuses or excuses!
Yin Xu has been waiting, until more than an hour later, after seeing Uncle Xiang leave, Yin Xu came to visit...

The guards who dominated Liu Bang's army tonight felt very strange, why do people always see Mr. Zifang at this time?There is a precedent of Xiang Bo, not to mention Zhang Liang's entrustment, report it immediately when there is news.The guards didn't dare to hesitate, and immediately went to report to Zhang Liang, and Pei Gong Liu Bang who was with him naturally got the news.

Hearing the report from the guards, Liu Bang and Zhang Liang looked at each other in blank dismay, with a question in their hearts, Uncle Xiang had already left, who else would come to visit?Interesting tonight.

No matter who it is, after seeing it, Liu Bang immediately ordered the guards to invite the second guest.With the example of Uncle Xiang just now, Liu Bang naturally did not dare to neglect any of the guests, because these people have brought him good news and necessary help.

The guard led a young man into the big tent. He was young and handsome, with a vigorous and resolute face, vigorous and heavy steps, chic and smooth movements, especially the water-breaking sword on his waist was the most obvious sign ——Not the world-famous Chu Guoshao and Xinghou, but who are the generals Yin Xu and Yin Donglai?
Liu Bang looked at the door of the tent in astonishment. He never thought that it would be Yin Xu who came, his lips moved and he murmured: "Why... how..."

Zhang Liang was also quite astonished, he was taken aback for a while before he realized, he stepped forward and said, "General Yin?"

Immediately, he turned his head and glanced at Liu Bang as soon as possible.His eyes were full of reminders, Liu Bang was slightly stunned to react, and hurried forward, with a smile on his face, hehe said; "Brother Yin, I didn't expect it to be you, long time no see, I miss you so much! Hurry up, come in and talk, it's cold outside!"

Yin Xu smiled in his heart, Liu Bang was still so hypocritical, and he called him brother when he opened his mouth, as if his feelings were extremely deep.General Yin is very sensible, he has never forgotten that when he was in Pengcheng, Liu Peigong and Mr. Zifang once plotted against him...of course it was because they couldn't win over.It is precisely because of this that Yin Xu secretly found Han Wangcheng, and Han Wang took away Zhang Liang and Zhang Zifang, so that Liu Bang lost his right-hand man's first counselor for a long time...

In Pengcheng's fights openly and secretly, each other knows each other, these are not important, now how to join forces against Xiang Yu in order to protect themselves is the most important thing.No one cares about these things, no one will mention...

Yin Xu also smiled and said: "So, thank you Brother Liu for thinking about it!"

The two looked at each other, and smiled lightly, tacitly.It's probably like this to meet each other with a smile, but Yin Xu clearly knows that this is just a formality, and it's courting death to have a heart-to-heart relationship with Liu Bang!

Liu Bang laughed and said, "I don't know why Brother Yin Xu came here overnight?"

In fact, Liu Bang was also very nervous from time to time, because Yin Xu had a special status, and he really didn't know why he suddenly appeared here.Will it be the same as Xiang Bo?So what is his purpose?Come to find your own alliance?

Liu Bang also realized immediately that Yin Xu was in a similar situation to himself, and it might be possible to form an alliance with him.Back in Pengcheng, when I wooed him like that, he rejected him at all, and even stabbed himself in the back, now he will take the initiative to find him to form an alliance?Liu Bang was really not sure about this, and Zhang Liang was also a little puzzled.

It stands to reason that Xin'an killed and surrendered, Yin Xu was plotted and scolded by Xiang Yu, Yin Xu held a grudge, and it is possible to be anxious for self-protection or ambition.But Liu Bang and Zhang Liang were also worried, fearing that this was a trick played by Xiang Yu and Yin Xu.Everything needs to be cautious at the critical moment, if you are not careful, you will be doomed, Liu Bang dare not be careless!
So Liu Bang asked straight to the point, not wanting to beat around the bush.

Yin Xu smiled and said: "Brother Liu, there is no need to doubt the sincerity of my younger brother. It is completely private to come here. I am not afraid of anyone, and there is no malice in coming here. Please don't misunderstand, Brother Liu."

"Brother Liu's current situation is not good, and my situation is not much better. You and I feel sorry for each other, and we can still talk about some things."

Liu Bang smiled and said, "Brother Yin said that the situation is not good for you and me! Alas!"

Yin Xu smiled lightly, and stopped beating around the bush, and said directly: "Brother Liu is also a straightforward person, so let's get straight to the point. Frankly speaking, I came here to discuss an alliance with Brother Liu."

(End of this chapter)