Chapter Thirty-Six: Dong Zhongying wants to take down Quyang
In the end, Lu Zhi followed Zuo Feng, and Dong Zhuo and the clan members watched the group embark on their way back to Luoyang.
A few sentry soldiers also discovered this scene, and there were voices: "Why is this Lu Zhonglang following this group of people?"
"I don't know, why didn't General Zong go with us?"
Dong Zhuo also heard some of the words from the soldiers' mouths, "Vice General Zong, do you want to follow Lu Shangshu back? Or stay and beg me for the thief?"
His tone was a little careless. Dong Zhuo's many meritorious service was to conquer the Qiang people. Before he became the deputy general of Lu Zhi, his official position was the general of Huhuan Huanzhonglang, but he did not achieve any military exploits. In his opinion, the clan members were just ordinary people.
generation.
Whether the clan members leave or stay has no impact on him.
These words fell into the ears of the clan member and instantly aroused his anger. He did not answer directly, but just snorted heavily.
Lu Zhi had already been escorted back to Luoyang, and there was no need for the remaining clan members to embarrass him. Dong Zhuo did not take his actions seriously, "If you want to stay and fight against me, then go and gather all the soldiers."
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The clan member didn't answer, turned around and walked towards the camp.
Not long after, the soldiers in the entire camp were gathered together by the clan members. The news that Lu Zhi had just left with the eunuchs had already reached a small number of people.
Everyone stared at the clan members and the newly arrived Dong Zhuo, wanting to know what was going on.
After the entire army was reorganized, Dong Zhuo stepped onto the general stage step by step. He first scanned the scene and found that the momentum of one man was no worse than that of the more than 10,000 people in the audience!
"I know what you want to ask, don't worry, just listen to me." Dong Zhuo spoke, and his voice spread throughout the camp, and everyone could hear it clearly.
"Lu Shangshu has left." As soon as these words came out, it was like a huge stone falling into a pond, causing thousands of waves.
Only a small number of people knew the news before, but now that everyone knows it, there is chaos and endless noise!
"How could this happen? Why would General Lu Zhonglang leave?"
"In succession of battles and victories, why did General Zhonglang abandon us?"
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"Quiet!" Dong Zhuo, who was speaking casually at first, suddenly became serious, and the noise immediately dissipated, "This is a good thing! Your Majesty summons Lu Shangshu back to Luoyang to reward you!"
Dong Zhuo thought a lot on the way here, and after much deliberation, he finally decided to make a fuss.
"So that's it! That's right. General Lu Zhonglang has made great achievements in battle and deserves a reward!"
"I'm afraid General Zhonglang will be granted the title of County Marquis this time!"
The previous doubts and confusion turned into excitement in an instant. Lu Zhi's being awarded the title represented His Majesty's affirmation of their actions. As long as they waited until the day when the northern bandits were completely eliminated and returned to the court, they would be rewarded.
Especially the soldiers of the Northern Army and the Sanhe Cavalry are even more yearning for it. They originally belonged to the central army of the imperial court and have greater prospects for promotion.
What everyone didn't notice was that the clan members didn't say a word and stared at Dong Zhuo fiercely. Dong Zhuo and Zuo Feng came just to take Lu Zhi away. They didn't say anything specific, but judging from the attitudes of Dong Zhuo, Zuo Feng, and Zuo Feng,
Feng Feng's two visits showed that things were definitely not as Dong Zhuo said.
Lu Zhi's explanation before leaving still echoed in his ears. At this moment, he had no other choice but to consider the overall situation.
"I am General Dong Zhonglang appointed by His Majesty. I am here to take over the post of Lu Shangshu and lead you to continue to fight against thieves! Don't worry, everyone knows my name, Dong Zhongying. I have always shared blessings and difficulties with my brothers.
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In his early years, Dong Zhuo was a man of excellent character. He loved to make friends with people from all walks of life and was considerate of his subordinates. He often gave away wealth to others. The soldiers who followed him all respected him as a person and worked even harder on the battlefield.
The Sanhe cavalry soldiers from Hanoi, Henan, Hedong, and Hedong originally belonged to Dong Zhuo's old troops, and were very familiar with him, so they all expressed their opinions that what Dong Zhuo said was true.
Dong Zhuo dared to take over this task because the existence of Hedong soldiers could help him quickly take over this army.
"Everyone can go back and do their own thing. How to deal with thieves in the future will be decided after I discuss it with Vice General Zong."
In a few words, Dong Zhuo completely eliminated the risk of mutiny, but this was also due to the clan members concealing the truth.
"Vice General Zong, let's go." Dong Zhuo said to the Zong members who were still standing there.
Although the clan members were somewhat reluctant, they still followed Dong Zhuo to the Chinese army's tent.
"I heard that the army has been stationed here for many days?"
As soon as the two sat down, Dong Zhuo asked.
"Yes, Zhang Jiao is hiding in Guangzong City and has not come out. General Lu Zhonglang wants to surround the bandits until their troops and supplies are cut off and win." When it comes to the important matter of defeating thieves, no matter how much the clan members don't want to talk to Dong Zhuo, they can only tell the truth.
Come.
Dong Zhuo smiled after hearing this, and anyone could see the disdain on his face.
The sect members immediately became angry, "Why are you laughing! Is it possible that you can attack Guangzong City?"
"I laugh at you and Lu Shangshu for being too rigid in their ways! Zhang Jiao retreated to Guangzong, Zhang Liang stuck to Guangping, and Zhang Baotun settled in Xiaquyang. Just because Zhang Jiao doesn't come out doesn't mean we can't move."
"Are you going to abandon Guangzong? Attack other cities instead?" The members of the clan responded quickly and immediately understood Dong Zhuo's intention.
"You are not too stupid. Guangzong and Guangping are adjacent to each other. If you attack any one of them, you will be attacked from both sides. The army commander drove down Quyang and captured Quyang and Guangzong before Zhang Jiao and Zhang Liang could react.
Guangping is the turtle in the urn, available at any time!"
Dong Zhuo's strategic blueprint was so moving that the members of the clan fell into hesitation. Lu Zhi had been advocating the siege of Guangzong at that time and had not mentioned other strategies, and the clan members themselves had never asked about it.
"This..." After thinking for a long time, the clan members still couldn't make a decision.
Dong Zhuo could have made a final decision on this matter. Considering that the three Zhang brothers were originally from Julu County and had occupied Julu County for a long time, they should not be underestimated. He wanted the military camp to be united, so he specifically discussed it with the clan members.
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"Vice General Zong, don't hesitate any longer! The longer we delay, the more variables will arise!" Dong Zhuo urged from the side.
"Okay." The clan members had no choice but to agree. After having the experience of discussing strategies together, the relationship between the two was not as tense as before.
A few days later, Lu Zhi and his party had not yet arrived in Luoyang, but Zuo Feng sent a person to reply quickly.
Reading the letter from Zuo Feng, Liu Hong felt extremely relaxed and his eyes narrowed into two slits.
Zhang Rang poked Zhao Zhong with his elbow and kept asking him to look at Liu Hong's expression. The two of them felt a lot happy when they saw Liu Hong's smile. They were sure that what was recorded in the document was the news about Lu Zhi.
"Hahahaha! Dong Zhuo and Zuo Feng are quite good at getting things done!" After reading, Liu Hong felt refreshed.
Zhang Rang and Zhao Zhong also said quickly: "Congratulations, Your Majesty! Congratulations, Your Majesty!"
Liu Hong nodded, feeling very useful to Zhang Rang and Zhao Zhong's words. At this time, the small yellow gate outside the door came to report again, "Your Majesty, there is news from Yuzhou!"
"Oh? Bring it over quickly."
After getting the memorial, Liu Hong quickly started reading it, and soon he burst out laughing again: "It seems like today is a double happiness!"
However, the faces of Zhang Rang and Zhao Zhong on the side were not so natural. Huang Sheng, the sent supervisor of Xiaohuangmen, came back and reported a few words without any pain, which completely failed to make Liu Hong have any feelings for Huangfu Song and Zhu Jun. shake.
The two of them originally wanted to find an opportunity to encourage Liu Hong again and send out supervisory troops, but today's battle report completely put an end to their ideas.
"I thought Huangfu Song and Zhu Jun were talented in military strategy, but I didn't expect Liu Jing to be so outstanding. Sun Jian, Cao Cao, Wang Yun, and Fu Xie are all talented generals! It seems that God is helping me as a man!"
After carefully reading the battle report, Liu Hong was really overjoyed. There were many talented people, and the fight against thieves was extremely smooth. He felt that the Han Dynasty would prosper again in his hands, and he might leave his name in history and become a wise king!
Zhang Rang and Zhao Zhong felt uncomfortable everywhere after listening to these words.
"Your Majesty, a gentleman should be prepared for trouble and take precautions!" Zhang Rang said with a worried look on his face.
Liu Hong turned his head and glared angrily, "Chang Shi Zhang, people must not rely on pampering to become spoiled!"
As soon as these words came out, Zhang Rang's heart skipped a beat and he knelt down without hesitation: "Your Majesty! It's unfair! I only think about Your Majesty! I have no other intentions!"
When he got excited, snot and tears flowed out of his nose. He didn't have the overall planning temperament that he had in Zhao Zhong's mansion.
Liu Hong slowly walked up to Zhang Rang and looked at him condescendingly: "You must know that you are the only one who has me. I know everything about you in my heart."
The indifference in his tone made Zhang Rang break into a cold sweat. Liu Hong seemed to be serious this time.
After Liu Hong finished speaking, he glanced at Zhao Zhong sideways, with a hint of warning.
Zhao Zhong was also frightened so much that his heart jumped into his throat, but he still suppressed his fear of taking Zhang Rang's words and said: "Your Majesty, what Zhang Changshi said is not unreasonable."
"Then tell me, if what you say is unreasonable, you two will be dismissed from your position as permanent attendants on the spot." Liu Hong said angrily when he saw that Zhao Zhong dared to mention this.
Zhao Zhong swallowed his saliva. He didn't expect that the matter would become so big all of a sudden. If the two of them lost their positions as regular servants, they would no longer be able to freely enter and leave the palace, and they would not be able to access the memorials of the officials. When the time comes, they can refer to their memorials. I'm afraid it could pile up into a small mountain.
His Majesty probably won't favor the two of them anymore. The only thing waiting for them is death.
"Your Majesty, do you still remember Liu Jing's father, King Chen Liu Chong?" Zhao Zhong asked after forcing himself to calm down.
"Of course I remember."
"Then your Majesty still remembers the second year of Xiping..." At this point, Zhao Zhong lost his voice.
After hearing about Chen Wang Liu Chong, Liu Hong frowned two years later.
Zhang Rang was still kneeling on the ground, praising Zhao Zhong in his heart. The two of them had such a tacit understanding. He just wanted to talk about Chen Guo's past, but was interrupted by Liu Hong.
Fortunately, Zhao Zhong made amends for him, and he felt relieved. Their official positions and lives were definitely saved today.
As expected, Liu Hong sat back down alone and said, "You two, please step aside first!"
"Here!" The two of them quickly exited Nangong as if they had been granted amnesty.