Chapter 539 Gou Shen Jia Xu + Gun King Zhang Xiu! Come to the bowl!
The implication is that before Yuan Wei assassinated Dong, Nanyang was already looking for him, and the other party had not even considered taking the Wuguan troops back to Nanyang.
hehe.
Of course Jia Xu didn't believe it.
After all, even Jia Xu himself could guess that something big was going to happen in Chang'an. How could Nanyang, who was in direct conflict with him, not guess that there would be any movement in Chang'an in the near future?
However, based on the analysis of the other party's itinerary and process, the search for him was indeed before assassinating Dong, and at that time, the other party had no idea that he was in Wuguan.
In this case, how can we care about the soldiers and horses in Wuguan?
Moreover, he has always been relatively low-key and would not show off his talent if he could. Even within the military, few people knew his name, let alone Nanyang?
Jia Xu was silent for a long time, staring at the letter in his hand, unable to calm down for a long time.
In fact, he longed for Nanyang, but His Majesty the Emperor took the initiative to look for it, which was a bit incredible. Even if he did go to Nanyang, he would go to seek refuge and just make a living. It was definitely not to make achievements or endure hardships.
Work hard.
"Military advisor, you..."
Zhang Quan asked tentatively in a long voice.
"Let me think about it."
Jia Xu neither refused nor agreed.
He really needs to think about it.
After all, he couldn't guess what His Majesty the Nanyang Emperor was thinking. How could the other party find him? What was his purpose in finding him? What was the intention behind the other party's move?
For the first time since he was born, Jia Xu was confused about not knowing what the other person was thinking. From the description on the letter and the answer from the man in front of him, he couldn't find any clues.
This feeling is simply more terrifying than the feeling of winning ten thousand times in a row in a gambling house. Yes, that's right, it's not a surprise, but a horror.
Especially for someone like Jia Xu, who only wants to protect himself and does not want to stand out, being targeted by His Majesty the Emperor is definitely not a surprise, but a shock from the soles of his feet to the Tianling Gai.
Zhang Quan bowed his head and finally said: "The person who can be favored by the head of my family is naturally a knowledgeable and talented person, and he will definitely be able to understand the current situation in the world."
"Although Nanyang is new, it is full of vigor and vitality. Although Chang'an has experienced four hundred years, it is sluggish and suffering from serious illness. Even if it stands up again, it is just lingering."
"A wise man like a military advisor should naturally come to Nanyang to serve us, because this is the real way to help the Han Dynasty and rebuild the world. The head of my family is a man of talent. Regardless of his origin, he must have a place as a military advisor."
hehe!
The more Jia Xu heard what the other party said, the more creepy he felt.
I might be able to make a living under Dong Zhuo's tent, but once I enter Nanyang, I will be exhausted to death with such a production responsibility letter and meritocracy.
"Your Excellency, there is no need to say anything further."
Jia Xu waved his hand to interrupt and said softly: "I will think about it myself."
Zhang Quan saw that the other party was in a defensive mood, so he handed over his hand: "In that case, I will take my leave for the time being. If you are willing to submit to the master of my family, just take this letter and enter Nanyang."
"good."
Jia Xu nodded: "I understand, you can just go on your own."
Zhang Quan frowned, looking a little embarrassed: "Here."
Immediately.
He bowed and left the military tent.
You know, Nanyang is booming now. Compared with Chang'an, it's not that easy to make concessions. How many people want to enter Nanyang, but now the opportunity is placed in front of this person, but the other party doesn't want to cherish it?
hehe!
Zhang Quan couldn't understand.
Why can His Majesty the Emperor look down on such mediocre people?
After leaving the military tent, Zhang Quan was about to leave when he bumped into Zhang Xiu: "You are..."
Zhang Quan hurriedly bowed his head and said, "Oh, I am a fellow military advisor, and I call him Zhang Quan."
"A fellow military advisor?"
Zhang Xiu's eyes suddenly brightened, and he grinned: "Isn't this a coincidence? Isn't it? I am also from Guzang, and my name is Zhang Xiu. Not only are I from the same hometown as you, but I also have the same surname."
"Ah, ha..."
Zhang Quan looked slightly embarrassed.
This was the first time he saw such a familiar guy.
It's just a self-reporting, but it has brought such a close relationship. Looking at it, I wish I could hook up with him and call him brother-in-law.
"My dear friend, how expensive is Geng this year?"
Sure enough, Zhang Xiu's eyes flashed and he asked tentatively.
"Ah, this..."
Zhang Quan couldn't refuse, so he could only reply: "I'm going to be twenty-three this year."
"Ouch!"
Zhang Xiu marveled again and again, and hurriedly handed over his hands: "My dear friend, my dear brother, Zhang Xiu is here to see you."
Zhang Quan's face was full of embarrassment, and he hurriedly returned the greeting: "Where! The general is young and promising, how dare I call him brother."
Zhang Xiu glanced at Jia Xu's camp and came closer: "I wonder what you are doing here, dear friend?"
"this......"
Zhang Quan did not dare to hesitate for too long, so he could only say casually: "I am just helping the head of the family deliver a letter. Now that the letter has been delivered, I naturally have to leave the base of the military camp and do not dare to stay."
"It doesn't matter."
When Zhang Quan was about to leave, he saw Zhang Xiu interrupt with a wave of his hand: "My uncle is also from Guzang. My dear brother, when you come here, it is just like coming to your own home. We are in a foreign land. We fellow countrymen are like brothers."
"
"Just right!"
Zhang Xiu directly held Zhang Quan's hand and said coldly: "I also have something to do with the military advisor. After that matter is taken care of, how about we have a drink tonight and have a nice chat?"
"this......"
Zhang Quan's eyes were as wide as bells and he was startled.
But before he could refuse, he was interrupted again by Zhang Xiu, who pulled him into Jia Xu's military camp: "Military advisor, you're coming from home, why didn't you tell me?"
"Remember how I, Zhang Xiu, received you when you came to the military camp? We are all from Guzang. Now in this foreign land, we are brothers. My brothers have arrived at the door, how can we just leave like this?"
Jia Xu was naturally aware of Zhang Xiu's hospitable nature. He twisted his beard and smiled: "It's not that I don't want to keep him. It's just that he has something important to do, so he has to leave. If General Zhang doesn't believe me, you can ask him."
"That's right."
Zhang Quan knew in his heart that Jia Xu was trying to excuse himself, so he hurriedly handed over his hand and said, "I still have important matters to attend to, otherwise I would definitely stay and have a drink and talk with all the heroes until I get drunk."
"Ah? That's it..."
Zhang Xiu glanced at Zhang Quan with a hint of regret.
"Um."
Zhang Quan looked firm and nodded heavily: "There is indeed something important."
Zhang Xiu breathed a sigh of relief and said softly: "In this case, I won't keep you dear friend. I thought that my uncle and I might go back to Guzang. If you have anything to help, maybe I can help you along the way."
"Go back to Guzang?"
Zhang Quan was stunned for a moment and frowned slightly.
How could he not know what was happening in Chang'an now?
Fan Chou and Duan Xuan accepted official positions and were granted the title of marquis. They all became high officials in Chang'an. Why did Zhang Ji want to return to Guzang?
Is it possible that they want to...
"Um."
Zhang Xiu nodded affirmatively, but did not hide anything: "My younger brother just now made it clear to his uncle about his interests. He also felt that the Chang'an court was too dirty and too dangerous, so he decided to get a title, so he resigned and returned home."
Zhang Quan was stunned and asked urgently: "What about these thousands of soldiers and horses?"
Zhang Xiu sighed: "Of course it will be handed over to the imperial court."
"Tsk tsk."
Zhang Quan sighed and said softly: "General Zhang is known as the 'King of Spears in the North'. He is young and promising, with a bright future. General Zhang has experienced hundreds of battles and is also a talented general, and he is in his prime.
Isn’t it a pity to retreat to the mountains and forests like this?”
"Compared with life, what does your future mean?"
Zhang Xiu frowned, obviously unwilling, but after thinking for a long time, he waved his hand: "Oh, that's all, in today's situation, it is extremely difficult to survive, so what hope is there for you?"
"What's more..."
Speaking of this, Zhang Xiu grinned: "Chang'an Hanting can still give a marquis? Our uncle and nephew can be considered as returning home in rich clothes and honoring our ancestors."
Zhang Quan followed the trend and said: "Is there no other way to go?"
Zhang Xiu said coldly: "Rebellion? With just two or three thousand cavalry, how can we be the opponent of Hanting in Chang'an? Even Duan Xuan and Fan Chou have surrendered. How can our uncle and nephew resist the general trend?"
"this......"
Zhang Quan frowned.
He really wanted to persuade Zhang Xiu's uncle and nephew to return to Nanyang, but with the current situation and his status, it was really not appropriate.
Just when Zhang Quan was in trouble, Jia Xu, who was sitting next to him, said calmly: "Actually, there is still a way to go, but I'm just afraid that your uncles and nephews won't be willing to go."
"oh?"
Zhang Xiu was stunned: "Is there another way?"
Jia Xu hummed: "There is indeed a way."
Zhang Xiu cupped his hands and said softly: "Please give me some advice from your military advisor."
"It's very simple."
Jia Xu did not hesitate: "Introduce the army to Nanyang."
Hearing this, Zhang Xiu's eyes almost popped out of his head: "Ah? Didn't the military advisor say that if we go to Nanyang, the army will definitely not be able to keep it, and my uncle may not agree."
Jia Xu nodded affirmatively: "Yes, if we go to Nanyang, we will definitely not be able to save the army, but can we save it in Chang'an? What Yuan Wei wants is our troops and horses. No matter where we are, we can't save them."
"But Nanyang is different. You can at least be a general, and the soldiers newly assigned to you may not be much worse than the Xiliang Xiaoqi, or even worse."
"In Chang'an, it is impossible for you to win Yuan Wei's trust, but in Nanyang, you can win the trust of His Majesty the Emperor. However, the final step you can take depends on your own ability."
"To be honest..."
Jia Xu simply told the truth and said softly: "If your uncles and nephews leave Wuguan and return to Guzang, maybe I will choose to go to Nanyang and become Xiangxu's filial Confucian Master, away from the chaos, and live a free and easy life."
Zhang Xiu looked in disbelief: "The military advisor actually wants to go to Nanyang and become a filial piety teacher?"
Jia Xu nodded with a firm expression: "As far as you are concerned, Nanyang is at a disadvantage, but in my eyes, ten Yuan Wei tied together are not as good as His Majesty the Emperor of Nanyang."
"It takes so much courage to abandon everything and start over at the age of sixteen. In just two years, you can cross three states and bring great rule to Nanyang."
"This kind of civil and military skills is unparalleled by any emperor since the Han Dynasty. Yuan Wei wants to bring this weak court to compete with Nanyang for the world. It is simply fantastic."
Zhang Xiu frowned and nodded with interest: "It does make sense! Just wait here for a while and then go back. If Chang'an dies, what's the use of having this marquis?"
Looking at Zhang Xiu's leaving figure, Zhang Quan couldn't help but be a little surprised: "Military advisor, what are you..."
Jia Xu let out a long breath: "Although I don't know how I won His Majesty's favor, I have to admit that this is a good opportunity. Moreover, your actions just now were obviously impromptu, which further proves that you are here only for me, not for me."
This army."
"Then why are you still..."
Zhang Quan was puzzled and asked with a frown.
"snort!"
Jia Xu snorted softly: "I am now being targeted by His Majesty the Emperor. How can I escape? In this case, I will not escape. If my guess is right, you must have follow-up measures, right?"
Zhang Quan didn't hide anything: "Yes, yes."
Jia Xu smiled bitterly: "It really does!"
"Feel sorry."
Zhang Quan cupped his hands and clasped his fists, but he didn't bother to hide it anymore: "Your Majesty has given you a fatal order. You must not fall into the hands of Yuan Wei, otherwise it will cause great trouble to Nanyang."
Zhang Quan said softly: "To be honest, I didn't think military advisors were wise before, but looking at it now, the talent of military advisors should not be underestimated. Your Majesty ordered us to keep military advisors, which is really a wise move."
"but......"
Zhang Quan asked tentatively: "Will General Zhang Ji agree?"
Jia Xu hummed: "Zhang Xiu is young and not very sensible, but he is deeply liked by Zhang Ji. If I propose this matter, it will naturally not happen, but if Zhang Xiu proposes it, it will definitely happen."
"alright."
Jia Xu waved his hand to interrupt and said softly: "Be prepared to return to Nanyang at any time. It has been so long since Zhang Jiruo received the edict from the Han court in Chang'an and there has been no response, which will inevitably arouse Yuan Wei's suspicion."
"rest assured."
Zhang Quan bowed his head and said, "I know what to do."
Jia Xu nodded: "Very good. If soldiers and horses from Chang'an arrive before you come back, we will abandon Wuguan and enter Nanyang to join you. You must be mentally prepared in advance."
Zhang Quan nodded: "Well, the military advisor can rest assured."
*****
Nanyang, Wancheng.
Emperor's palace.
Hall of Wende.
Looking carefully at this armor made of aluminum alloy, the bright silver light is really pleasing to the eye.
On the side, Tai Shitong smiled and said: "Your Majesty, this is just the armor stomach of the warrior. The armor stomach of the war horse has not been completed yet, but it should be completed soon. Don't worry."
"Um."
Liu Bian nodded with satisfaction, turned to glance at Gao Shun, and said softly: "Shixun, you can try it on and see how it works. How does it compare to our fine iron armor?"
Gao Shun looked in disbelief: "Me?"
Liu Bian nodded: "Of course!"
"good."
Gao Shun couldn't wait to put on the armor and tried to jump. Not only was his movements flexible, but he was also very light: "Your Majesty, this armor is so light. I'm afraid its defensive capabilities are not good, right?"
In Gao Shun's subconscious mind, these too light things were not hard enough at all. They might only be a little stronger than the leather armor worn by ordinary soldiers, but not as good as the fine iron armor.
"Okay, try it, then you'll know?"
Liu Bian smiled faintly at him, then waved his hand to signal Zhu Tong to come forward: "You're welcome, give him a knife."
Facts speak louder than words!
Liu Bancai was too lazy to explain so much.
Zhu Tong's eyes were as wide as bells, and he was dumbfounded: "Ah? Give him a... knife?"
"Ah what?"
Liu Bian responded without hesitation: "I asked you to give him a knife to test the protective effect of the armor. Do you think I asked you to kill Shi Xun?"
"No, no!"
Zhu Tong hurriedly shook his head and waved his hands, chuckled, and drew his sword out of its sheath: "Shixun, you have to stand firm. If I strike with the sword, half of your life may be lost."
"Come on, I believe your Majesty."
Seeing His Majesty the Emperor being so confident, Gao Shun stood proudly like a green pine: "Since Your Majesty wants to use this thing to replace the armor, I think its defensive capabilities will definitely not be too bad!"
"General Zhu!"
Gao Shun turned to look at Zhu Tong and nodded affirmatively: "Go ahead and chop me with a knife."
Zhu Tong nodded: "Okay, I really want to see if this aluminum alloy can be better than steel! Yeah -"
Say it.
Zhu Tong picked up the Huanshou sword and slashed it at Gao Shun's back. There was a crisp clang sound, and there were obvious dents on the aluminum sheet on the armor, but it still couldn't break the armor.
You must know that the person who tested the sword was not an ordinary person, but Liu Bian's personal guard Zhu Tong. Although he was not as good as the famous generals in history, he was still invincible to ordinary people when wielding weapons.
But it's so...
The knife was struck down, but it still failed to break the armor.
At this moment, the voice of the Military Advisor Alliance also sounded: "From the analysis of the mechanical model and the dents in the aluminum alloy, the hardness of the duralumin alloy we made should exceed 125."
"This kind of hardness is enough to defend against ordinary weapons and attacks by ordinary generals. If it can be trapped in the camp, the Tiger Cavalry experiment will ensure that it can quickly form combat effectiveness."
Liu Bian was also a little excited: "This time the cavalry formation is almost complete. The trapped camp has been expanded to at least 3,000 people. Maybe some equipment can be given to the rest of the army."
The Military Advisor Alliance said softly: "With the current level, sweeping the Han Dynasty across the world should not be a big problem, so we may have to put aside our military preparations for a while, and then focus on infrastructure and improve roads and bridges."
"As it should be!"
In fact, as long as the weapons and equipment can lead, it is enough.
Infrastructure and other aspects will also restrict the strength and should be strengthened: "We happen to be across three states now, and our power has already reached a certain scale, so the infrastructure really needs to be strengthened."
"That's right."
The Military Advisor Alliance also thinks the same way.
"His Majesty!"
Zhu Tong was astonished and looked a little stunned: "I struck with all my strength and didn't break through its defense?"
Liu Bian nodded affirmatively: "Yes, I saw it."
Gao Shun experienced it personally and was amazed: "Although these things are slightly different in hardness compared to fine iron armor pieces, the difference is not too big, and the defensive capabilities are very good."
"And the most important thing is that this armor is very light. Even ordinary infantry can fight in armor. If our camp can equip it, we can expand the number to 3,000 people without any problem."
For Liu Bian, what limited the strength of the trapped camp was not Gao Shun's personal ability, but the weapons, equipment, and the physical fitness of the soldiers.
Aluminum alloy armor can very well reduce the quality of the armor. In this way, there will be more soldiers who can fight in armor, and the strength of the trapped camp will be strengthened again, and it will be doubled.
It can be called...
The enhanced version of the enhanced version falls into the camp.
Gao Shun took advantage of the situation and cupped his hands, and said loudly: "Your Majesty, I have requested that this aluminum alloy armor be given priority to the trapped camp. I can guarantee that it will make the trapped camp more powerful."
"rest assured."
Liu Bian waved his hand and said softly: "In the trapped camp, Tiger Cavalry is the priority equipment. At least five thousand pairs of such armor will be made, or even more."
"Shi Xun."
Liu Bian turned to glance at Gao Shun and said with great solemnity: "It may not be long before Zhang Liao attacks Bingzhou, so your time is very short, do you understand?"
Gao Shun did not hesitate, patted his chest and assured: "Your Majesty, don't worry, the general will have his own way to quickly form the combat effectiveness of the new recruits in the trapped camp, ensuring that it will not affect the entire army."
"Um."
Liu Bian was very satisfied with this: "As long as you have an idea."
Gao Shun tried to ask: "I just don't know how long it will take for us to fully equip this armor?"
"this......"
Tai Shitong frowned and thought for a moment: "Although the materials are now available, I'm afraid it will take another month to forge it. After stamping and molding, and assembling the armor, it will take another month and a half to complete it."
"A month and a half?"
Gao Shun pondered for a moment, then turned to look at His Majesty the Emperor, clasping his hands and cupping his fists: "Your Majesty, the general has requested that starting from tomorrow, troops will be selected to enter the trap camp. The veterans will lead the new troops to quickly form combat effectiveness."
"Can!"
Liu Bian nodded and agreed: "I will send someone to send an order to the new military camp, so that they can fully cooperate with you and strive to complete the selection of soldiers trapped in the camp in the shortest possible time."
Gao Shun was overjoyed, cupping his hands and fists: "Here."
"Report—!"
At this moment, a long announcement sounded outside the hall.
Liu Bian raised his eyes and looked.
But then, the guard Shi A pushed open the door and walked in. He leaned forward and said, "Your Majesty, Guo Jia, the school official, wants to see you. He said that he has something important to do."
"Something urgent?"
Liu Bian frowned and waved his hand: "Quick, let him in."
Shi A cupped his hands and said, "Here."
Immediately.
Bow and leave.
Gao Shun, Tai Shitong and others left with him.
Not long after, Guo Jia hurried to the palace, leaned forward and said, "Your Majesty, news came back from the Wuguan direction that Zhang Ji hopes to submit to Nanyang, and the Jia Xu you mentioned before is also in his army."
"oh?"
Liu Bian was greatly surprised: "They don't plan to defect to Chang'an, but they want to defect to me?"
Guo Jia nodded affirmatively: "That's right! I heard that it was Jia Xu's credit that made Zhang Ji change his mind. He was originally planning to resign and return to Guzang for retirement."
"What a great Jia Xu."
A look of surprise appeared on Liu Bian's face: "Either you don't come, or you give me such a big surprise. Fengxiao, please quickly send an order to Wolf Rider Lu Bu, asking him to temporarily stop the riding competition and lead troops to take over Wuguan.
If it is too late, it will be captured by Yuan Wei."
Obviously.
His Majesty the Emperor is also aware of this.
Guo Jia hurriedly bowed: "Your Majesty, don't worry, Wolf Cavalry will rush to Wuguan as quickly as possible and strive to take it back for itself."
Liu Bian nodded: "Wuguan is related to the safety of Chang'an. Yuan Wei cannot let down his guard, so he told Lu Bu that soldiers must be quick and there must be no room for mistakes."
Guo Jia bowed and held up his hands: "Your Majesty, don't worry, I will go on my own."