Before Zhao Tong left, he wanted to recruit Zhang Ren to surrender, but this man was extremely determined and determined to be a clean stream in Shu. He was willing to become the last fig leaf for the Liu family's failed governing strategy.

In the end, he killed himself with the Qingzhi Sword and made his ambition clear with practical actions.

Afterwards, Zhao Tong just led dozens of people to take a detour and quietly return to the main camp.

Waiting to return to camp.

After Liu Bei heard this, he immediately met Zhao Tong with a smile on his face.

In the camp, everyone sat down in order. Liu Bei picked up the wine cup, faced Zhao Tong's figure, showed great importance in his eyes, and said:

"My dear nephew, what you have done recently has been described in previous letters. Not only are you wise and resourceful, but you are also brave and capable of defeating Zhang Ren. You are truly a good general!"

After some praise, he and Zhao Tong drank together.

Afterwards, Liu Bei slowly put down the wine baron and asked the generals in the tent, "I want to reward him, what do you think?"

This has just been said.

On one side, the energetic and radiant veteran Huang Zhongsui immediately raised his hands and agreed: "I second the proposal!"

"Vice Commander Zhao is both wise and brave, just like his father. He deserves to be rewarded!"

As Huang Zhong agreed, the other generals from Jingzhou also agreed in unison.

However, Zhao Tong stood up straight at this moment and said with firm eyes: "My lord, my general has only done meager efforts this time and should not be rewarded!"

"Please, my lord, take back your order. It won't be too late to reward the general after he has made outstanding achievements."

During the conversation, Zhao Tong spoke clearly and spoke frankly and with a clear conscience.

The generals in the account were immediately praised!

When Liu Bei saw this, his kind eyes showed a trace of admiration and expectation.

Obviously, he is very satisfied with his style of not being arrogant, not impetuous, and not greedy for success.

Immediately, Liu Bei naturally mentioned it twice again.

But when he saw that Zhao Tong was determined not to grant him the throne, Liu Bei showed a solemn look on his face, put his hands on the desk and said loudly: "Okay!"

"My wise nephew is brave and resourceful, and he is neither arrogant nor impetuous. Zilong is really a good teacher!"

After saying that, he paused and then said: "In that case, you are filial and upright. This merit will be recorded in the merit book. After Yizhou is pacified, rewards will be given based on merit again."

"Here."

Hearing this, Fazheng, a tall, smart and capable counselor, accepted the order and recorded it in the merit book with a pen.

But this reward was actually of no importance to Zhao Tong.

Instead of asking for some substantial rewards, it is better to establish a good image for yourself in front of others.

You are capable but are you afraid that you will not be able to achieve success in the future?

After some small talk.

Zhao Tong's expression suddenly became serious at this moment, and he handed over his hands and truthfully reported the guesses and analysis of that day by himself and military advisor Pang Tong.

"Because this matter is too important, if we are not careful, our army will fall into a situation of being attacked from both sides. Therefore, after safely taking over Mianzhu City, the military advisor ordered the general to turn back and report to the lord in person."

At the end of the speech, Zhao Tongyi explained the cause and effect in righteous words.

As soon as these words were said, the generals in the tent thought for a moment, and their eyes suddenly became extremely solemn.

After hearing this, Liu Bei's expression returned to his previous calmness, and he immediately asked Fazheng, who was standing by, for advice: "Xiao Zhi, do you think it is possible for Liu Zhang and Zhang Lu to rebuild their alliance?"

After saying this, Fa Zheng thought for a moment and was about to reply.

However, the guards outside the tent quickly ran into the tent with a blade in hand, quickly knelt down on one knee, raised their hands with eager expressions and reported:

"... I am reporting to my lord that there is an urgent report from Jiameng Pass. It is said that a few days ago, a Yizhou army of nearly 10,000 people marched eastward from Chengdu and crossed the Yu River to attack Jiameng Pass."

Just after the battle report was finished, before the generals could recover, another bodyguard hurried in and quickly reported: "Report... I'm telling you, my lord, General Huo Zhonglang has sent the latest battle report, and he's saying it loudly."

Lu has already reconciled with Liu Zhang's army and sent 20,000 infantry and cavalry led by Ma Chao from Jiameng Pass."

When this battle report came, the camp suddenly fell into a dead silence.

If it were said that the Yizhou army was simply attacking from behind, the generals would not take it seriously.

After all, everyone knows the combat power of the Yizhou Army.

But now we have to pay attention to it!

Zhang Lu and Liu Zhang reestablished their alliance.

This is not the key.

Ma Chao led his troops to attack, which was what made the generals most afraid.

This is the fierce man who once killed Cao Cao on Weibin and cut off his beard and discarded his robe!

Upon hearing Ma Chao's attack, Liu Bei's expression changed slightly.

After pondering for a long time, Liu Bei waved his hand to signal his guards to retreat first. Then he looked at Zhao Tong with a smile and said, "My dear nephew, it seems that you and Shi Yuan have the foresight."

"I just didn't expect that Zhang Lu and Liu Zhang, who have always been at odds, would unite at this critical moment."

After a while, the words fell.

Fazheng on one side pondered for a while before responding: "My lord, Zhang Lu is very ambitious. If Zheng predicts that, Liu Zhang must have promised to cede Brazil County, which is adjacent to Hanzhong, after defeating our army."

"Otherwise, Zhang Lu would never unintentionally enmity with our army."

After listening to this analysis, Liu Bei naturally nodded in agreement.

When these words fell into Zhao Tong's ears, he was greatly shocked. He couldn't help but sigh in his heart: "Is this a top-notch resourceful person?"

The enemy's motives can be judged by just a few clues.

Zhao Tong was familiar with history and naturally knew that Liu Zhang would indeed resort to the humiliating method of ceding territory and seeking peace in exchange for Zhang Lu's alliance.

But Fazheng didn't know that. He made the guess based on his own judgment and understanding of human nature.

"This really couldn't have come at a worse time!"

For a moment, Liu Bei muttered: "If our army has captured Luocheng, we will have nothing to fear even if we face Zhang Lu's interference!"

"But now, the situation is a bit tricky."

Seeing that Liu Bei seemed to have a worried look on his face at this time, Fazheng immediately showed a cheerful look on his face when he saw this, and he held his hands and said comfortingly:

"Actually, my lord, there is no need to worry too much!"

"Oh, does Xiaozhi have any tips for defeating the enemy?"

For a moment, after hearing Fazheng's words, Liu Bei seemed to have grabbed a life-saving straw and asked quickly.

After hearing this, seeing that Liu Bei's expression had changed, Fazheng's expression became serious again and said: "My lord, in fact, considering the current situation, our army does not need to be so anxious to capture Luocheng by force."

"We can first concentrate our forces to return to the army and annihilate the Liu and Zhang coalition forces."

At this point, Fazheng paused for a moment before continuing to explain: "After all, Mianzhu has been conquered without a fight, and Luocheng has become nothing more than an isolated city."

"Our army only needs to stay with one army to continue to garrison in the camp, so Liu Xun in the city will not dare to act rashly!"

"After the lord personally brings the main force to defeat the coalition forces, wouldn't it be easy for him to return to capture Luocheng?"

These eloquent words instantly ignited Liu Bei's fighting spirit again.
Chapter completed!