Liu Xiang's guess was correct, and Zhang Xiu replied, willing to meet before the battle.
The two sides agreed to each bring a hundred people to protect them, and at midnight tomorrow they would hold a conversation at a place halfway between the Han army's camp and Ju County.
Early in the morning, Liu Xiang ordered people to build a tent and put up a tent. Before setting off, something unexpected happened. Sun Jian also wanted to go with him, saying that he wanted to protect the general.
The idea of being a guard was actually just a random talk. He just wanted to see who would fall into his trap.
"If you come with me, if the other party is cheating, who will send troops to rescue you? I trust my life to Brother Wentai, how can I abandon him like worn shoes?" Liu Xiang didn't want him to follow. There were some things that he didn't want him to know.
As soon as he said this, Sun Jian couldn't take it anymore. According to his wishes, he hacked the opponent's leader to death with a knife, and then sent troops to wipe out the rice thieves. Only in this way could he relieve his hatred. But Liu Xiang wouldn't let him follow, so he just
It’s not good to mention the matter of killing Zhang Xiu again. He followed him to take risks. This is called bravery. Inspiring the general to take risks is not something human beings do.
Sun Jian calmed down, and the governor of Yizhou could say something: "Don't worry Liu Duliao, our troops will always pay attention to the enemy's movements, and if there is any difference, we will send troops immediately."
"Thank you very much." Liu Xiang cupped his hands and thanked him.
The camp was only five miles away from Ju County. All the guards left the camp and stopped one mile away from Lupeng. One hundred guards continued to advance. Liu Xiang walked in under the escort of Zhao Yun, Shi A, and Zhao Jing.
Waiting in a pavilion-like hut.
Not long after, Zhang Xiu also arrived. This man looked really good. He was seven feet six, seven inches tall, with a slender build, a slender face, and a high-spirited look. He must be in his fifties.
, but with shiny black hair, a beard nearly a foot long, a rosy face and no wrinkles, at first glance he looks like a handsome man in his thirties.
That's right, an old stick who started out as a preacher can't play this game if he doesn't look good. I heard that Zhang Jiao is also quite dignified.
He was followed by three generals, behind him were a hundred barbarians, and one mile behind were four hundred Qiang and Hu cavalry. They looked good, but their combat power was questionable. Not to mention each of the guards around Liu Xiang
There are hundreds of generals, but if one is equal to ten, there is no problem.
The five hundred men were all in iron armor. Astride them were the finest Hexi war horses. The sharp edges of the horses and the Huanshou sword around their waists were both made using the steel clamping method. They were equivalent to a quality product that had been tempered for thirty years. There were carefully selected horns stuck in the back.
There were bows, light shields hung on the sides to prevent arrows, and some they had prepared themselves. They also used handy pumpkin war hammers, iron whips, flying axes, hand halberds, and armor-piercing awls. This set was worth no less than ten kilograms of gold.
The Banlu barbarians and Qiang Hu cavalry on the opposite side were no match for them, and even a single charge might not be able to stop them.
This is naked money oppression.
The life and death of the other party depended on his thoughts, and Liu Xiang had a huge psychological advantage.
Zhang Xiu's eyes were a little dazzled, he was caught by Su Wei's luxurious equipment, and he was shocked in his heart. The Ha Linlang and Hu Benlang who guarded the emperor were nothing more than this.
What is the background of this Han general who looks to be only sixteen or seventeen years old? Who is the grandson of a noble family? In comparison, he is just a country bumpkin from Daba Mountain.
The oppression from money made him feel a little ashamed of himself. No matter how much he read the Tao Te Ching, he was still an ordinary person wallowing in the world.
He took a slow breath, forced himself to calm down, walked into Lu Peng unhurriedly, and bowed his hands: "Zhang Xiu of Ba County, I have met General Du Liao."
Liu Xiang stood up and returned the greeting: "I have seen Zhang Jijiu. My name is Liu Xiang. I am from Yuyang, Youzhou."
The leader of the Five Pecks of Rice Road is known as the Sacrificial Wine, and the followers also respect him as the Ghost Lord.
After greeting each other, they sat across from each other at the table. The two tables were very close to each other, making it easier to talk.
Liu Xiang didn't want to beat around the bush and talk to these old foxes. He was no opponent. Fortunately, he got straight to the point: "The three passes of Yangping, Baishui and Jiameng are difficult to navigate and the city is strong. Can Zhang Jijiu pass through these three passes?"
Zhang Xiu was not used to the rhythm of this kind of conversation, and his thoughts were surging in his heart, but he still replied calmly: "What does Liu Duliao mean?"
"I can send Zhang Jijiu to pass the customs safely, and I can also let your troops return to Bajun together."
Zhang Xiu was not surprised that someone saw through his desire to go home. He was identified without showing up, and it was natural for them to figure out his intentions. The other party must have something to ask for when we meet and talk: "What does Liu Duliao want?"
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"Sanguan, help me capture Sanguan, and I will recruit you as a commander of another department and garrison Bajun."
Seeing that Zhang Xiu was silent, Liu Xiang said in a deep voice: "I am not a merchant, so there is no need to talk about bargaining."
Zhang Xiu was still thinking, Liu Xiang would not play silent with him, and continued: "During the two attacks, a lot of people died, right? You were able to block two partial armies, which is quite impressive, but it's also
That's it. If I send a large army to attack, what will happen to you? What will happen to you if I mobilize the manpower of Hanzhong? What if I recruit the entire Yizhou? How many times can you stop it? Zhang Jijiu should know the consequences of using a mantis' arm as a chariot!"
Of course Liu Xiang did not have the right to recruit Yizhou, but the other party didn't know that, so he was bluffing, so he naturally had to be more awesome.
Zhang Xiu took a long breath. He could never handle the energy behind the sixteen or seventeen-year-old Han general. He persuaded himself in his heart: The best is like water, and there is no fight, so there is nothing wrong with it.
"How can I trust the General?"
Liu Xiang smiled. The first goal was achieved and it was time to take the second step.
"I highly admire the teachings of Huang and Lao. I heard that the Five Pecks of Rice Taoist teachings were taught by Laozi. I was quite curious, so I learned about the teachings. Although I only glanced at them briefly, I felt that they were quite reasonable. I don't know if I follow the Tao.
What title will Zhang Jijiu give him?"
After enjoying the benefits of the Yellow Turban Army God, he wanted to take advantage of Wu Dou Rice Road again.
Zhang Xiu, who had always looked calm, looked at Liu Xiang in shock. He was doubting his ears. General Du Liao of the Han Dynasty, a high-ranking figure in the army, a noble man who could reach high positions at a young age, wanted to defect to Mi.
thief?
The water in the Western Han Dynasty is flowing back, and Ba Shen is about to jump off a cliff. Has the world changed so fast? Are you old? Can't keep up with the ideas of young people?
He looked at Liu Xiang blankly, not knowing what to say for a moment.
Zhang Xiu is not worried about his position being robbed. He has gold pancakes, so why should he worry about Tugunda? Normal people know how to choose between the Han general and the rice bandit leader.
If such a big shot joins the Taoist sect, it will be great news for the Five Pecks of Rice Taoist. Not to mention the official convenience, as long as he mentions it when preaching, the great Han General Du Liao is also a member of the sect, and he will definitely be famous.
During the great earthquake, the most important thing in preaching is reputation. This is a great thing that cannot be obtained even if you ask for it.
"General, are you joking?" Zhang Xiu still felt that it was untrue. Even if he wanted to join such a big shot before, he couldn't find a way.
Liu Xiang didn't think Zhang Xiu would refuse. This man had surrendered to Liu Yan in the official history. Unlike Zhang Jiao, a big rebel who wanted to change the world and overthrow the imperial court, he was just a religious leader who wanted to improve his status by leading the Ba people to cause trouble.
, there is no great courage to change the dynasty.
"I don't have time to participate in the secular affairs of the sect. I just want to know what the title of Zhang Jijiquan is?"
"I would like to honor the general as a sacrificial wine!" Zhang Xiu replied urgently.
Liu Xiang didn't know whether to laugh or cry. I just wanted to borrow the power of the Five Dou Rice Road, but I didn't want to preach.
"I am offering sacrifices to wine, how should I handle myself when I am offering sacrifices to wine?"
Zhang Xiu replied respectfully: "I would like to step down and assist the general."
"It can't be like this. I just want to serve the Tao. I don't want to get involved in secular affairs, so I just want to serve the Tao and offer wine. Zhang Jijiu can preach in peace. I have no intention of seizing the throne."