Chapter 188 Countermeasures
The army of Guanzhong entered Shu and broke through Baishui and Jiameng Passes. Seeing that as long as you pass Jianshan, you can reach Zitong and look at Shu County, Li Yi got the military power he had always dreamed of and decided to defend Jianshan to the death. However, when the news of Baishui and Jiameng Passes lost and the general Yan Yan died in battle was sent back to Chengdu, Liu Zhang was shocked.
Chengdu, the governor's office.
Liu Zhang was recruiting a group of civil and military officials in Shu and said worriedly: "Lu Bu has broken Jiameng Pass, and the veteran general Yan Yan has also died in battle. Now the lobbyist is blocking Lu Bu?"
Even though Shuzhong was not ashamed of the Central Plains, Shu people were not unfamiliar with Lu Bu's name. After all, just over two years ago, there was a man named Chen Gong who came and killed Liu Yan.
Not to mention whether it is true, but many people used this to redeem Liu Yan's death to Lu Bu. However, compared with these rumors, for the Shu people, perhaps the Western Regions trade routes held by Lu Bu were more profound for the Shu people.
Shu brocade is a good thing in the Han Dynasty. When it comes to the Western Regions, its value can be increased ten times. Ordinary small countries do not even have the qualifications to buy it. It is precisely because of this that Shuzhong and Chang'an are not really cut off contact. In the face of interests, there will always be people who can overcome many difficulties. Lu Bu can bring a lot of wealth to the Shu people, but if Lu Bu calls, Shuzhong will not welcome it.
It’s not that the Shu people were so loyal to Liu Zhang, but that Lu Bu’s reforms to the laws and land taxes, breaking the pattern of the gentry since Liu Xiu for two hundred years, and the implementation was forcibly implemented in Guanzhong by means of brutal means of massacre of the gentry, which made the Shu people quite disgusted with Lu Bu.
It’s okay for everyone to work together to make money, but it’s impossible to support me!
This is probably the attitude of most Shu gentry toward Lu Bu's entry into Shu. From the beginning, whether it was the scholars in Dongzhou or the scholars in Shu, although they fought to the death in private, their attitudes on Lu Bu's entry into Shu were surprisingly consistent.
But even so, Lu Bu's rapid entry into Shu was still surprising. In less than a month, he broke through two passes in a row, and they were all dangerous passes. Putting aside the time of travel, the time to break through a pass is less than ten days!
Not only Liu Zhang was frightened, but the civil and military officials in Yizhou were quite terrified about this matter. Although Lu Bu was good at fighting, this was Shu, so he broke into it like this?
When it comes to this, many people make Zhang Lu hate him. If it weren't for Zhang Lu's surrender to Lu Bu, with the solidity of the mountains and rivers in Hanzhong, Lu Bu would probably have had a hard time going to Hanzhong now, let alone entering Shu.
From this point of view, Zhang Lu is simply a serious sinner of the Shu people, and it has also caused a large number of powerful families in Hanzhong to fall apart. Now that the war is involved in Shu, facing Lu Bu's strong attack, everyone is frightened and starts to think of countermeasures.
In short, you must block Lu Bu.
"Lord!" Wu Yi came out and bowed to Liu Zhang, "Lu Bu came from afar, and the food and grass for logistics will definitely be insufficient. I think that when the walls are solid and the soldiers from all over the world will be cleared, the food and grass for each county will be concentrated in one place, and the food and grass for each county will be supplied for tens of days. Even if the city is destroyed, it will be difficult for Lu Bu to get supplies from now on. In this way, he will retreat over time!"
"General Wu's actions are a bit ambition to others! Although Lu Bu is brave, he is just a brave man. Why are you afraid of?" Zhao Wei frowned and looked at Wu Yi. Wu Yi's sister married Liu Zhang's brother Liu Mao.
When Liu Zhang suddenly died of a sore on his back, Liu Mao was actually more suitable to be the leader of Yizhou than Liu Zhang. If Liu Mao inherited the position of governor of Yizhou, Wu Yi would probably be the one who speaks the most in Yizhou now.
This matter has actually been no longer important as Liu Zhang succeeded to the throne. Previously, Wu Yi tried to keep a low profile in the Dongzhou Scholars to avoid conflicts with him. Although this statement was for Liu Zhang and for Yizhou, Zhao Wei always felt that Wu Yi might be trying to seize power.
Wu Yi hesitated for a moment and bowed to Zhao Wei, "The general was in Shu for a long time. Maybe he had only heard of Lu Bu's name, but he didn't know his ability. When the League of Legends of the World attacked Dong, he was almost defeated by Lu Bu with thousands of people at Hulao Pass. Later, the Guanzhong was in chaos. Lu Bu defeated the generals of Guanzhong with his own strength, and later defeated Yuan Shu and shocked the Western Qiang. Such a skill is definitely not a brave but unscheming person. General Yan is already a general in Shu. However, if he fights with him, he can still die in battle. I would like to ask you, who dares to say that he is more than General Yan?"
The generals present remained silent when they heard this. Yan Yan was a famous general in Shu. Not only did he experience many battles, but his martial arts were also amazing. However, he was beaten to death by Lu Buyihe in Guarding Guanzhong. If it were anyone else... Anyone who could be beaten to death by Yan Yanyihe.
After saying that, the Shu army does not have the ability to fight head-on with Lu Bu. Although Wu Yi's method of firming the wall and clearing the world is a bit scary, it is really a way to deal with Lu Bu.
Zhao Wei also agreed with Wu Yi's strategy, but frowned and said, "However, Jiameng has already stepped down, and Lu Bu will withdraw his troops. As long as Jiameng Pass is still in his hands, he can make a comeback at any time!"
Baishui Pass and Jiameng Pass were all lost. In this way, Lu Bu took the initiative. As long as he was willing to attack, he could do it at any time.
"Li Yi, under the general's tent, has now blocked Lu Bu's way at Jianshan. I think that if you can set up a checkpoint here and then gather heavy troops in Langzhong, even if Lu Bu comes again, it will be difficult to achieve anything!" Wu Yi said with a smile.
Zhao Wei thought, "The terrain of Jianshan is dangerous. Compared with Jiameng, Baishui is still difficult and dangerous. Setting up a pass here can indeed stop Lu Bu!"
Until now, I can no longer feel sorry for money. Lu Bu took Jiameng. If he did not set up a new pass in Jianshan, Lu Bu could have a sudden attack at any time.
If Lu Bu is allowed to walk out of Jianshan, how can the Shu army defend?
As for Langzhong, it is originally a city, so it is easy to guard it!
Just as he was about to say something, he saw a person hurried in and bow to Liu Zhang and said, "Lord, the latest urgent report from Brazil!"
"Hurry up, come on!" Liu Zhang heard this and quickly asked the attendant to take the bamboo slips.
A servant came forward, and the person who came forward took the bamboo slips and then respectfully handed them to Liu Zhang. Liu Zhang couldn't wait to open them. He was about to let Pang Xi use the walls to clear the fields and also guard the city to avoid being destroyed by Lu Bu. At this time, Pang Xi sent an urgent report, which gave Liu Zhang a very bad premonition.
After spreading the bamboo slips, Liu Zhang suddenly turned pale, his body shook, and almost fell down, and was quickly supported by the servant beside him.
"Lord, what happened??" Everyone felt bad in their hearts when they saw Liu Zhang's appearance. Zhao Wei hurried forward and took the bamboo slips to take a closer look.
However, the bamboo slips record the news that General Zhang Liao of Lu Bu had already broken through Langzhong first. Pang Xi had no choice but to send someone to Shuzhong for help.
Langzhong is the gateway to Jiameng Pass into Brazil. Now it has been taken away by Lu Bu. At least Brazil has been exposed to Lu Bu's troops. If Lu Bu is unable to break through the Jianmen and turns to attack Brazil, it will be a two-part Yizhou.
The richest person in Yizhou is naturally Shu County, but Ba County also plays an important role in Yizhou. If Ba County fails, Liu Zhang will be forced into Shu County by Lu Bu. If he fights a few more times, he may even be invaded by Lu Bu.
Everyone understands the truth that the lips are lost, and the teeth are cold. If Ba County is lost, Shu County will be unable to protect it!
At present, Lu Bu’s strategy is to take Chengdu directly, but who knows whether he will turn to Ba County because it is too difficult to fight. This is not the same as Zhang Lu’s entrenchment in Ba County.
When Zhang Lu was entrenched in Ba County, he was defeated and driven away by Pang Xi not long after. But now, if it were Lu Bu's army, Lu Bu did not even come forward. He only sent a general under the tent, Zhang Liao, to throw Pang Xi away, and flee in a panic, and had to ask Shu County for help.
Zhao Wei clenched tightly and gradually frowned deeply. How could Zhang Liao break the city in two days? Why was the barrier in Shuzhong like a paper-filled barrier in front of Lu Bu? Shouldn't it be that the people in Shuzhong united to block Lu Bu from outside the Shumen?
Zhao Wei was a little confused about why Lu Bu was able to fight the Shu army like his son. He could attack the dangerous pass and attack without any obstacles.
"Sir, will the loss of Langzhong have any impact on our army?" Liu Zhang looked at Zhao Wei and asked.
Zhao Wei sighed, and asked someone to bring a map of Shuzhong, pointing to the map and said, "Look, look, this is Langzhong. If Langzhong is occupied by Lu Bu, you can bypass Jianshan and go straight to Fu County. Fu County is the place where food and grass must be transported on the front line. If Lu Bu captures Fu County, it will be equivalent to cutting off the food and grass in Li Yijun of Jianshan. At that time, the consequences will be unimaginable!"
I just thought about strengthening the walls and clearing the fields. The grain and grass in various places will be distributed every ten days in ten days. But now, the Jianshan Grain Road will face the risk of being cut off, which is not a good thing.
"What should I do?" Liu Zhang's face turned pale. Before, it was just because he had just said that he had sent more troops to Langzhong, but now after Zhao Wei's explanation, Liu Zhang understood that when Langzhong was broken, it would be like a corner of the embankment. It is very likely that even the barrier of Jianshan was taken down by Lu Bu. In that case, Shu County would face Lu Bu's threat. Liu Zhang had no choice but to look at Zhao Wei, hoping that Zhao Wei could think of a brilliant plan for himself and solve this perfectly.
But after the war ends here, there is no perfect solution. The only way to do now is to make up for it!
Zhao Wei also had a heavy face. Now he really has no intention of fighting for power and profit with Wu Yi and Pang Xi. Now he must consider how to drive Lu Bu out. Everyone must be united.
After walking a few steps back and forth, Zhao Wei looked up and looked at Liu Zhang and said, "Your Majesty, Langzhong has been lost. Even if you send troops now, it may be difficult to retake it in urgent need. According to my opinion, you should first station heavy troops in Fu County, protect the food route first, and then talk about others!"
To protect Fu County first?
Chapter completed!