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Chapter 73 Dangerous Breath
Tonight is destined to be restless, whether it is in Kuaiji, Xuyi, or Puyang.

Puyang, on the north bank of the Yellow River, in the hinterland of the Central Plains.Today, General Zhang Han of Qin State leads an army of 30 troops stationed here.At the beginning of the year, Wu Guang led his army to besiege Xingyang, an important town, and the Central Plains was in full swing, and Qin Ting was shocked.General Zhang Han was ordered in danger to organize 20 soldiers and horses to conquer the rebellion based on the Lishan prisoners.

At that time, the son of Prime Minister Li Si, Li You, governor of Sanchuan County, led [-] Qin troops to Yongqiu, and cooperated with Zhang Han to break the siege of Xingyang. Wu Guang died in battle.They also jointly defeated the rebel army led by Deng Shuo, defeated the rebel general Wuyu in Xucheng, and reached Huaiyang, the capital of the rebel army.Chen Wangsheng went out of the city to supervise the battle in person, but the Qin army Zhang Han and Li You commanded properly, the rebel army defeated Shangzhu state Cai Ci died in battle, and Chen Wangdong fled to Xiachengfu.As a result, he was killed by Zhuang Jia, the coachman. Facing the counterattack of the rebels, Zhang Han judged the situation, retreated temporarily, and temporarily stationed in Puyang.

In the large tent of the Chinese army, a huge map was hung on the screen, and a middle-aged man with a height of eight feet stood in front of him, his body was tall and straight, standing like a pine tree.He is full of heroic spirit in armor, majestic and majestic, with a concentrated expression, gazing at the Daqin River and Mountain Map, and sometimes pointing fingers, very devoted.He is calm and sophisticated in his gestures, heroic, and reveals the air of a general. It is Zhang Han, the general of the Qin State.

Since Mengtian's death, Zhang Han has become the veritable No. 1 general of Qin State. The only one who can be compared with him is Wang Jian's grandson and Wang Ben's son Wang Li.Wang Li more or less has the meaning of Meng Zu's Shang Yu Yin, compared to Zhang Han who rose by relying on his own strength, which is even better.This time Qin Er Shi sent him to fight at a critical juncture, so he had to take a fancy to his ability and expect him to turn the tide.

Sure enough, Zhang Han lived up to expectations, and soon defeated Zhou Wen who had attacked Hangu Pass, and then broke the siege of Xingyang, and successfully defeated Chen Sheng.Recently, the Wei army was defeated again, King Jiu of Wei died in suicide, and the anti-Qin rebel army was severely suppressed.

At this time, Zhang Han was looking at the map intently, his eyes wandering around Xuyi, Pengcheng, and Dingtao, sometimes shaking his head and sometimes nodding.The two generals present here, as well as a group of personal soldiers, have long been used to it, and it is not surprising that it is not surprising, it has always been like this when the general is planning military affairs.After a long time, Zhang Han glanced across the Yellow River and landed on the land of Hebei.Touching the screen with a finger, he laughed and said, "That's right here!"

Zhang Han turned around with a smile and walked towards the commander-in-chief. The map on the screen shook, and the depression that Zhang Han pointed at just now was being restored, and there were two words-Julu marked on it impressively.

"What clever plan did the General come up with?" The two present were also wearing general uniforms, and they were Zhang Han's deputy Dong Yi and Sima Xin.

Zhang Han smiled lightly: "Tell me, what's the situation in Chudi?"

Dong Yi said: "Today, Xiong Xin, the grandson of King Huai of Chu, ascended the throne in Xuyi, the puppet capital, and claimed to restore the country. He is also called King Huai of Chu. It is said that he wants to avenge his grandfather."

"It is heard that the Chu army is fighting endlessly, and Xiang Liang and Song Yi have many conflicts." Sima Xin added in time.

Zhang Han said coldly: "Fuguo? Let them quarrel for a few days. After Tian Dan is dealt with first, they will be dealt with together."

Dong Yi and Sima Xin looked at each other and smiled, Zhang Han had given confidence to all Qin soldiers in the past few months of fighting.The general said that if it can be done, it will be fine.

Zhang Han asked, "Is the corridor cleared?"

Dong Yi said: "Don't worry, General. After Wei Jiu's death, the rebels in the Central Plains have basically been wiped out. The construction of the tunnel has been basically completed, and it is guaranteed to be unimpeded. The supply of food and grass for our army is safe."

"Very good! The three armies have not moved, and the food and grass go first. The food road must be unobstructed, so that the soldiers in front can fight with peace of mind."

When Zhang Han was talking, his own soldiers came to report: "General, Mr. Zhao Cheng is visiting?"

"Zhao Cheng?" Zhang Han and the three looked at each other. Why did the younger brother of the eunuch Zhao Gao suddenly appear in Puyang?I came to visit the military building overnight.

"Please!" Although Zhang Han didn't know why, he didn't dare to neglect Zhao Gao's younger brother.

"The lower official, Zhao Cheng, sees the upper general!" A civil servant dressed in brocade came in and saluted Zhang Han.

Zhang Han helped Zhao Cheng up with a smile, and said with a smile: "Your Excellency Zhao is too polite, why do you need to do such a big gift, please sit down quickly!"

"It's better to obey orders than to be so respectful. Thank you, General!" Zhao Cheng was not too modest, because of Brother Nai, he was very famous in Xianyang.Even princes, kings and grandchildren, courtiers and senior officials dare not offend at will.

As a soldier, Zhang Han didn't like to beat around the bush, so he asked straight to the point: "When did Mr. Zhao arrive in Puyang? I don't know why you came to see me overnight?"

Zhao Cheng talked about him from left to right, but did not answer directly, and said with a smile: "Has the general heard about the Chu people's restoration of the country?"

"Know a thing or two!"

"Then how will the general respond?"

Zhang Han chatted happily and said, "It's just a group of jumping clowns. We will wait and see what happens for now. After the Qi people are dealt with, we will clean them up together."

"The general already has a plan?" Zhao Cheng asked tentatively upon seeing this.

Zhang Han smiled lightly and said, "To be honest, the general has a plan, and I can guarantee that the rebels in Qi, Chu, Yan, and Zhao will be put down."

Zhang Han's words were understated, based on his strong strength and self-confidence.Zhao Cheng was not so comfortable hearing it, and said: "Your Majesty and the Prime Minister are very optimistic about the general, but allowing the rebels to continue to be so arrogant will have a negative impact on the reputation and confidence of the army and people of the Great Qin. Should the general be ignored?" What about punishment?"

Zhang Han couldn't help being a little annoyed that this guy actually brought out Zhao Gao to suppress him. He will not accept anything for the sake of the king's life, and the most taboo thing is to be restrained.He has a very precise grasp of the current state of Chu.There are also detailed countermeasures.Zhang Han didn't want others to mess up his plan casually, but Zhao Cheng's intentions were obvious.Even if it's just a gesture, I have to fight Chu Jun, alas!Daqin is what it is today, perhaps because of this kind of person.

Zhao Cheng ignored Zhang Han's attitude, and said directly: "It is right for the general to put the Chu people in his eyes, but some of the servants of the lower officials couldn't resist the provocation of the Chu people, and went to Xuyi to assassinate. General, don't be offended, do you think it is possible to send troops to support, and take advantage of the chaos of the Chu people to punish them?" Zhao Cheng emphasized again.

What?Zhang Han never expected that Zhao Cheng would send someone to Xuyi to assassinate him.If the assassination was successful, it would be good.If it is not successful, it will definitely provoke the Chu people to counterattack. He is not afraid, but he does not want it.

Zhang Han wanted to take the initiative on the battlefield with his injuries. If the Chu people were allowed to attack first, it would be easy to disrupt the established plan.However, since Zhao Cheng has already done this, it is hard to say anything, it seems that he can only adjust the battle plan, and pretends to be a smart idiot, which is really helpless!

Dong Yi and Sima Xin also looked helpless, but the other party was Zhao Gao's younger brother, so they didn't dare to offend him!What's more, how could Zhao Cheng appear in Puyang without making a sound?Is he here to spy on us?Thinking of these three generals felt uncomfortable.

Zhang Han pretended to be nonchalant, and asked, "Who is the target of the assassination?"

Zhao Cheng smiled and said, "Song Yi, Yin Xu!"

Zhang Han said in his heart: Assassinating Song Yi is still reasonable, you can blame Xiang Liang and stir up internal struggles among the Chu people.Just this Yin Xu?Although he is a young general who has gained a reputation, he is obviously not up to the mark, so why bother to kill him?

Of course Zhao Cheng would not tell him that Yin Xu beat my brother's people back then and let go of the people my brother wanted to catch.Not to mention telling him that five thousand soldiers were sent out to suppress the bandits, but they were treated like monkeys, and the entire army was wiped out. My brother has a grudge for this.

Posture is necessary, Zhang Han said: "Since this is the case, I will arrange for someone to respond. If there is a good opportunity, I will take the opportunity to kill the Chu army by surprise."

"Thank you, General!" After finishing speaking, Zhao Cheng took his leave and left.

Sima Xin couldn't help sighing: "We lead the army to fight outside, and we still have to be disliked by them, really..."

Dong Yi shook his head and said: "Some people we can't afford to offend. General Li You has been having a hard time recently. Because of Li Xiang's matter, Zhao Xiang has always held a grudge. It's not that a few days ago someone impeached him in the court. Li Si's eldest son Li You was the guard of Sanchuan, and the Chu bandit Chen Sheng and others were all the sons of the prime minister's neighbor, so the Chu bandit went on a public trip and crossed Sanchuan, and the city guard refused to go. Gao heard that his documents were exchanged, but he had not been tried by him, so he dared to speak."

"Colleging with the rebel army is not a small crime. At the same time, Wang Ming and Chen Zong were sent to Xingyang to investigate. Now that Zhao Cheng appeared in Puyang quietly, it is not a good thing..." Dong Yi did not continue, Zhang Han has already made it clear that, as the commander-in-chief of the Qin army, he has no choice in many things.I don't know what's the situation in Xuyi?Will the assassination work?

On the streets of Xuyi, Yin Xu is strolling in the courtyard!
Yin Xu was quite depressed because of Song Yi being named "Champion of Qing Zi".At night, Song Yi held a grand banquet in the mansion, and there was an endless stream of people who came to congratulate him.Yin Xu and Pu Jun, Gao Yi, and Ying Bu meet for a drink, which can be regarded as an excuse for drinking.

For Yin Xu, who is used to drinking baijiu, rice wine with an extremely low alcohol content in this era is really mediocre.However, drinking pictures are based on interest, and Yin Xu will not refuse anyone who comes, one cup after another.It didn't take long for a jar of food to be eaten, maybe because of his bad mood, General Yin was a little drunk.

Seeing this, Yingbu and Pu Jun hurriedly stopped them.It can be seen that General Yin was really depressed by Xiaohuai Wang Xiongxin this time.Yin Xu realized that he had lost his composure, and he was ashamed to interrupt the interest of Yingbo and others, and left one step earlier.Pu Jun offered to escort the son to recover, but Yin Xu refused. He wanted to walk alone and be quiet for a while.

Walking on the streets of Xuyi, the sky is full of stars and the cool breeze blows.Although it is said that the king of Chu ascended the throne tonight, "the whole world celebrates", but in fact, except for some princes' mansions, there are singing and feasting.Ordinary people don't go out very much, and the patrolling soldiers who pass by on the street from time to time are still a little scary.

Yin Xu wandered in the quiet and empty streets, thinking about all kinds of experiences in ancient times.A simple and honest helper in Xiangxi Town, a "deserter" on the Chidao construction site, a bandit in the forest of Jiangdong Mountain, and a well-known general of the rebel army.Today, he has become a well-known general of the Chu State, and he was also granted the title of Marquis of Shaoxing, the title of king by cracking the earth, and has made some achievements.

But this time King Huai ascended the throne, which made him suffer a little setback.The setback was not due to Song Yi, but also the Marquis of Shaoxing.After becoming a marquis, his status became more prominent and he received more attention.Xiong Xin's series of actions could not help but use Xiang Liang and Song Yi to check and balance each other. Obviously, he and Liu Bang were also pulled in.Is it good or bad?How should I position myself?Yin Xu couldn't help feeling a little confused.

Yin Xu was walking while thinking, and the patrol soldiers who passed by were in awe when they saw that it was Shaoxing Hou.General Yin's prestige in the army is great and his prestige is very high.

After passing through an alley, Yin Xu suddenly trembled.The nature of a soldier made him feel an unusual aura, and danger was approaching...

(End of this chapter)