Three Kingdoms.

Chapter 3423 Attack and Defense

Thousands of miles apart, the flames of war are so similar.

Mo County.

More Cao Jun defenders came from all over the city.

Gao Rou miscalculated.

Indeed, Cao Jun's procedures were fake and simple, and his precautions for checking sentries were lax. These were all things that Gao Rou expected, but Gao Rou was the only one who missed one thing...

Now that the news of Yi Jing's attack has spread, no matter what, the surrounding area is somewhat prepared!

Muxian did not expect the Hussars to attack, but there were far more Cao Jun soldiers assembled in Muxian than usual!

If it were normal times, there would only be 500 to 800 soldiers in the county town, and they might all be old, weak, sick, or disabled, but it's different now! Especially after the fall of Yijing, part of the manpower and material resources that were originally intended to be sent to Yijing were stored in Mo County. After all, they had been sent all the way and it was impossible to transport them back.

Gao Rou never expected that nearly three thousand soldiers would be stationed in this county!

The information Gao Rou obtained from Mo County before was true but also outdated...

So now Gao Rou feels like there is no end to the killings. After killing one wave, another wave comes again!

Although they occupied the city gate and used fire to block Cao Jun's soldiers in the street, the burning baggage carts were soon dragged away by Cao Jun's soldiers, and some Cao Jun soldiers came around from the alley at the top of the wall...

If Gaorou's force is strong enough, or if he brings enough people with him, then launching a powerful attack will more easily create a domino effect. The small players will overthrow the big players, and the small rout will lead to a great escape, and finally the victory will be successful. Mo County.

But Gao Rou’s martial arts...

generally.

The number of people they brought was too many for the transport team, but for the more than 2,000 soldiers in Mo County, it was too few.

The small one couldn't push it, and the big one couldn't fall down. Instead, Gao Rou was pressed near the doorway and fell into a **** battle.

Sometimes gaps are often hidden in places that are generally invisible.

Just like many businesses in later generations, they all do a good job on the surface, but secretly reduce their allocations where customers can't see it...

The most interesting thing is that some of the joint venture's yellow-skinned and white-core models have tried their best to reduce the allocation, saying that certain functions are "unusable"!

When Gao Rou followed Wei Yan, he watched Wei Yan kill those Cao Jun generals and military commanders, just like chopping melons and vegetables. However, when he actually got there, he realized that it was not that simple.

When a rookie sees an expert being relaxed and comfortable, he thinks he can do it too...

Gao Rou thought that he had followed Wei Yan several times, and he was the leader in Yijing last time, so he should be able to go out. However, he did not expect that even Cao Jun, who was also facing a rookie, could not do as well as Wei Yan. Effect.

Even if the soldiers of Cao's army are fragile and attack one at a time, they will be surrounded by Cao's army.

What's more, he is not good at martial arts. He seems to be the same as Wei Yan, who also slashed with a sword, but he also used a sword to slash. Wei Yan could hit the opponent's vital points, while Gao Rou could only hit the shield or armor, making a clanging sound. It looked like sparks were flying and it was very sharp, but in fact, after cutting for a while, the knife became dull.

The lethality is insufficient. Unlike Wei Yan, who can kill the leader in a surprise attack and use the unparalleled ability to cut grass, he can only sharpen it with a knife. Naturally, both efficiency and lethality are a bit weak. Fortunately, just when Gao Rou and others were gradually falling into passivity, and their morale, endurance, and physical strength were gradually declining, Yan Rou came.

Diffuse fireworks enveloped Mo County, and the air was filled with the choking smell of burnt meat and blood. The sounds of killing and shouting one after another completely obscured the sound of Yan Rou and others approaching.

The military academy of Cao's army stationed at the gate of M County tried its best to direct Cao's soldiers to fight, but his hoarse shouts seemed to sound particularly sad and desperate in this dark night. He managed to regroup the formation by killing several of Cao's soldiers who had fled in panic, but Yan Rou and Liu Zhi arrived with their men!

In order to gain credit, Liu Zhi did not dare to compete with Yan Rou for the south gate, so he took a shortcut and led his troops to attack the north gate!

Yan Rou still has to go around half a circle to the south of the city, so it is relatively far away.

So it was Liu Zhi who launched the attack first.

But speaking of it, I don’t know if it was Liu Zhi’s luck. Most of Cao’s troops at the North City Gate were transferred to the South Gate to support him because of Gao Rou’s troubles at the South City Gate. This happened to give Liu Zhi an excellent opportunity. Chance!

In order to quickly capture Mo County, Liu Zhi did not hesitate to put all his troops into the battlefield.

Liu Zhi and his soldiers used the ladders they carried to set up on the trench, and then directly set it up on the city wall, shouting and climbing to the top of the city!

The defending captain of Cao's army, who was commanding the counterattack in the city, thought he had fallen into the trap of diverting the tiger away from the mountain. He was frightened. Seeing that the situation at the south gate seemed to be under control, he hurriedly mobilized his soldiers to defend the northern city.

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At the south city gate.

If Gao Rou knew that it was Liu Zhi who saved his life, he would not be able to repay his gratitude properly.

But who can know?

On the battlefield, it is always so wonderful.

Gao Rou couldn't hold it any longer at the moment. He regretted why he was so bold and thought he could take over the county like Wei Yan...

At the next moment, I discovered that Cao Jun's offensive had weakened, and it seemed that I could hold on again...

Although Gao Rou didn't understand what happened, it was a good thing that he survived.

And Gao Rou also felt strange, why did the morale of Cao's soldiers not collapse?

Aren't the soldiers of Cao's army in Yi Jing ruined?

Why not in M ​​County?

Gao Rou thought wrong.

Cao Jun's soldiers, especially those at the bottom, actually don't ask for much.

After all, there are some differences in different places, so as long as there are slightly better garrison officers, Cao's soldiers will not be so completely destroyed...

Although the defender of Min County was negligent and failed to warn Gao Rou before his sneak attack and failed to detect it in time, he treated ordinary soldiers pretty well, so he has not completely collapsed until now.

Speaking of which, the reason why Yi Jing's lower-level soldiers died is because Yi Jing's general did not regard these lower-level soldiers as human beings, so the lower-level soldiers had no sense of responsibility for Yi Jing, and M County still maintained some The most basic attitude towards ordinary soldiers does not mean that people are scornful of human life and drink soldiers' blood to the extent of anger and resentment. Therefore, they cannot be treated in the same way. I feel that this is the case in Yi Jing and that it is the same in all counties under Cao Cao's rule.

Gao Rou, who came recklessly, suffered a lot.

Even though Cao Jun's offensive slowed down slightly, Gao Rou's strength and stamina were exhausted. His shield was knocked off at some point, and the sword in his hand was curled.

A soldier of the Cao army rushed forward, but Gao Rou failed to kill him with a knife. Instead, his feet were held by the opponent, and he couldn't get away for a while. Then another soldier of the Cao army took the opportunity to make a **** on his thigh, and he was immediately dripping with blood!

Gao Rou screamed in pain!

The old injury has not completely healed, and a new injury has been added. This leg may be useless...

Gao Rou's guards rushed forward, protected Gao Rou with their shields, and dragged her behind.

When Cao Jun saw Gao Rou and others retreating, they involuntarily moved forward to pursue them.

The entire front line was crumbling and was trapped in the small area of ​​the doorway.

At this moment, Yan Rou arrived.

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Yan Rou faced the Cao soldiers, roared, used her spear to drive away the spears of the Cao soldiers, and cut them across their necks. As the blood spattered, she shouted, "Follow someone!" Fight in! 』

Yan Rou's men followed Yan Rou closely, slashing with swords and stabbing with spears, advancing step by step, which was unstoppable.

Cao Jun, who was originally besieging Gao Rou and others, saw that Yan Rou and other fresh troops were so sharp, and after more than a dozen people were killed in succession, they lost their courage, and the remaining Cao Jun soldiers did not dare to continue going up, and some even started to run away. As a result, he was beheaded by the war supervisor.

Gao Rou let out a long breath and almost collapsed to the ground. She shook her body with her sword and leaned against the wall. She was covered in blood and breathing heavily.

Yan Rou stopped and, seeing Gao Rou like this, she had a little more respect and said, "Do you still have fighting strength?" If there is none, rest here to recuperate. If there is still strength left, then follow me to capture the Yamen County Office! 』

Yan Rou's attitude towards these Cao Jun's surrendered generals is also very simple. Whether they can fight or not is another matter. Whether they dare to fight or not is the most important criterion. Seeing Gao Rou's **** battle, he naturally gained a little more recognition.

Gao Rou heard this and knew that Yan Rou meant well.

Because of the attack on the government office, Yan Rou actually didn't need Gao Rou's help at all.

Yan Rou said this because she was just taking care of Gao Rou.

Gao Rou smiled and managed to stand up, "Thank you for your kindness!" I'll just hold this gate here for the general! 』

Yan Rou nodded, then said no more, raised his spear and shouted, "Come with me!" 』

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Liu Zhi wanted to take the credit, but Cao Jun came back for reinforcements.

After finally climbing up the city wall of Muxian County along the ladder, he was surrounded by Cao Jun's defenders.

Liu Zhi swung his sword and slashed at the Cao soldiers on the opposite side, and cut off the halberd handles of the Cao soldiers with one blow.

The soldiers of Cao's army were stunned. They originally wanted to retreat, but they were pushed back by other soldiers of Cao's army behind them. Instead, they advanced instead of retreating, which caught Liu Zhi off guard...

Cao Jun's soldiers threw half of the wooden handle in their hands towards Liu Zhi's face.

Liu Zhi subconsciously tilted his head and turned to avoid it, and then he knew it was bad!

How lethal can a wooden handle be?

Just lower your head and use a helmet to resist...

As a result, the movement range is too large now, which exposes his body to the outside of the shield.

He tried to use his shield to defend himself again, but was held down by Cao Jun who bumped into him, unable to move for a moment!

Before Liu Zhi could return his sword to slash the Cao soldier who was holding down his shield, a spear was stabbed in front of him! Liu Zhi had no way to hide, and he couldn't defend himself with his shield. In a hurry, he let go and struck with the sword but lacked the strength. He couldn't completely knock the spear away. The spear slashed his arm. He screamed in pain and couldn't hold the sword. , fell to the ground, but fortunately he raised his foot based on instinct and kicked away the Cao soldiers who were close to him.

Liu Zhi was injured in his right arm, and his combat strength was immediately reduced by more than half.

Cao Jun's military academy was overjoyed when he saw this, and immediately howled, "Kill!" Kill him! That's a thief general. Cut off his head and get promoted to the third level immediately! 』

Cao's troops swarmed up and tried to kill the drowned dog.

Liu Zhi secretly cried out that he was unlucky!

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The spear was swung, causing bursts of **** wind.

Yan Rou roared in like a bloodthirsty beast.

Amidst the violent shouts, blood sprayed everywhere, severed limbs and arms flew in the air, and fierce screams suddenly became one in front of the Mo County Government Office.

Yan Rou rushed forward and killed two people in an instant.

A soldier of Cao's army roared and rushed out from one side, slashing Yan Rou with his sword.

Yan Rou stepped aside slightly, grabbed the enemy's arm with one hand, pushed his legs up and down, and immediately tripped Cao Jun to the ground, twisted his sword smoothly, and stabbed it down.

Under the knife, blood spattered, and the screams were heartbreaking.

"Quack!" 』

Yan Rou twisted the handle of the knife, and the screams stopped.

The surrounding Cao soldiers subconsciously took half a step back.

Sometimes, people's intuition is very sensitive.

When these soldiers of the Cao army faced Gao Rou or Liu Zhi, although they did not know Gao and Liu, they could instinctively sense that they could fight. However, when facing Yan Rou, they did not do this. kind of idea.

Yan Rou's movements are not fancy at all.

Even if he doesn't scream and dance with his hands and feet, he won't wave his spear easily, but as soon as he takes action, he will kill the opponent without any ambiguity, and he will even twist the knife that has been inserted into the vital part...

This **** guy is simply too skilled, isn’t it?

"You won't be captured without mercy!" Yan Rou shouted, "Refractory ones!" Kill without mercy! 』

The magistrate of Muxian County was in the government office. He stepped on a shelf and leaned on the wall, with his head partially exposed to take a peek. Yan Rou shouted and almost fell down.

The servants quickly stepped forward to help him, and felt that the Magistrate's legs were like freshly baked steamed cakes, so soft that he could turn around.

"It's over...it's over..."

The magistrate of Min County muttered, his expression dull.

What's going on? Wasn't it fine during the day? Why did the situation in Mo County become like this at night after just two sips of wine? !

The magistrate of Muxian County originally thought that he was well-read in the scriptures and knew astronomy and geography. Moreover, the magistrate of Mixian County had also received news before that an angel was coming. If nothing unexpected happened, the two sides were about to cease fighting, so as long as they could If you persist for a few more days, you can build up your reputation. Even if the Hussars really come to attack, you can still hold on to Mo County for a month or two. By then, won't you become famous in Jizhou and become a hero of Shandong?

Now he was dumbfounded.

The magistrate of Mo County is said to be a descendant of the Shandong gentry, but he is not considered a wealthy family. After Yuan Shao's death, the family defected to Cao Cao, barely becoming a county magistrate, and then never getting promoted.

It didn't matter to him if he didn't get promoted. Anyway, Cao Cao held important positions and rarely gave them to outsiders, so he wasn't the only one in Jizhou who complained if he wasn't promoted. The only reason that allowed him to continue to stay in Mo County, a relatively remote area close to northern Xinjiang, was that it was originally relatively peaceful...

As a result, things are no longer peaceful now!

This knife and gun are almost reaching my face...

"Lang Jun, Lang Jun!" ” The servant shouted anxiously, “What should I do? The thieves are coming! What to do? ! 』

The magistrate of Muxian County took a long breath and tried hard to restore his paralyzed legs to normal. Then he straightened his robes and scolded the servants around him, "How can you talk nonsense?" ! Where is the bandit army here? This is the Han Hussars! 』

"ah? ”The slave was stunned.

"Why are you standing there? Open the door! 』

The magistrate of Mo County swallowed his saliva and said, "I, I want to surrender... Well, I want to abandon the darkness and surrender to the light!" 』

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The magistrate of Muxian County voted, saying that he was standing in the spring water, so he sold the captain of Mxian County to the outside push tower.

The captain of Mo County, who almost forced Liu Zhi to a dead end, sighed deeply after receiving the news, abandoned Liu Zhi, opened the city gate, and ran away among the fleeing people.

Liu Zhi escaped from death, gasping for air and in shock.

At first he had the same idea as Gao Rou, thinking "I can have **** with me", but now he truly understands that many things are not as simple as they seem...

The blood and death made him feel shocked and frightened.

It turns out that he is really going to die!

It's one thing to talk about war on paper, but it's another thing entirely to actually fight.

Now that he had narrowly escaped death, Liu Zhi's face turned pale. He didn't know whether it was because of excessive blood loss or fear in his heart. At this moment, he wanted to escape from here, to escape the killings and blood, and to find a beautiful mountain wilderness to escape the cruelty and pain of the world.

But when the city cheered "The Cavalry is victorious", Liu Zhi stood up again and put the thought of retirement behind him.

"The hussars are victorious!" Won victory! 』

Liu Zhi followed and shouted.

The other surviving soldiers also shouted together.

As long as the Cavalry continues to win, he will naturally be able to rise with the tide. Why should he retire in a hurry?

Right?

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Xu County.

Xun Yu and Cui Yan were drinking.

The dishes on the table are exquisite and full of color, flavor and taste.

But neither of them paid attention to the dishes. They occasionally raised their wine glasses and moved their chopsticks while chatting and laughing, which was more like covering up their thinking.

"Cui Shijun." ” , grinding surveys, researching, and evaluating, then you can make two thousand stones, take up the post, and assist the emperor..."

Cui Yan also smiled and listened.

Cui Yan also knew that this conversation was very important.

Logically speaking, officials in the Han Dynasty must follow this rule when recommended for promotion.

But the problem is that someone jumped in line...

The key is that he successfully jumped in line and turned his official position into a "business".

So later Emperor Ling of the Han Dynasty also started doing "business".

Probably why Zhang San can go up, Li Si can go up, but I, Wang Laowu, can’t go up?

But it happened that these Zhang San and Li Si from the gentry came to point fingers again, openly and secretly insulting Emperor Ling of the Han Dynasty for selling out his official position...

"hehe. Cui Yan smiled perfunctorily and said, "What your Majesty said is absolutely true." 』

Now, isn’t it all nonsense?

Did Xun Yu want to express that Cui Yan had been promoted out of the ordinary, that he would be loyal to the great Han, and that he would go through fire and water for Cao Cao without hesitation?

Sorry, as scholars say, that’s called a story.

Everyone is making up stories, how can they be taken seriously?

And aren’t the ones who break the rules the most now, the Cao family?

But Cui Yan didn't expect that Xun Yu said something that made him hesitate, even a little surprised, and beyond his expectation...