Chapter 380 Tune the tiger away from the mountain, crush the IQ!
drive-!
Hundreds of fast horses galloped forward like lightning.
Han Sui was originally full of excitement, but suddenly felt something was not right.
After all, the opponent's cavalry had surrounded them, which was obviously a sign that they were on guard against running away.
Han Sui tried his best to stay calm and glanced around. He roughly estimated that the opponent's total strength should be around a hundred people. Judging from the opponent's riding movements and equipment, they were definitely the best among the best.
The situation is not good, it may be a scam!
Han Sui's heart skipped a beat.
If a celebration banquet was really held in Chang'an, how could it be so cautious?
What kind of medicine is this old guy Yuan Wei selling in his gourd?
Could it be that they want to kill the two of us and then integrate the troops from Long County into Chang'an?
But if the Battle of Hedong lasts...
hiss-!
As soon as he thought about this, Han Sui took a deep breath and started to sweat.
Is it possible that Chang'an was defeated in the Battle of Hedong?
Since the passage was cut off by Nanyang, they could only find other troops and horses to resolve themselves and Brother Shoucheng as soon as possible, these two unstable factors to ensure the strength and safety of Guanzhong?
That’s right!
That must be the case!
Han Sui deduced the current situation bit by bit through clues.
However, they are now under siege. No matter how capable they are, they may not be able to withstand the siege of more than a hundred elite troops. Once they forcefully break through, they are likely to be chopped into pieces by the opponent.
certainly!
The most terrible thing is.
Ma Teng, this idiot, still naively thought that they were really going to attend the celebration banquet.
If we wanted to break out of the encirclement, it would be impossible without Ma Teng's bravery.
no!
Ma Teng must be reminded.
Han Sui immediately clamped the horse's belly, leaped forward about ten feet, caught up with Ma Teng in front, turned around, and gave a quick wink, hoping that Ma Teng would understand the current predicament.
"Brother Wenyue, what are you..."
Ma Teng clearly noticed the strange look in Han Sui's eyes, but he couldn't understand what it meant. He subconsciously opened his mouth to ask what it meant.
but......
Fortunately, Han Sui reacted quickly and intercepted the ball in advance. He forced a slightly embarrassed smile on his face and said perfunctorily: "I'm so happy. I wish I could fly to Chang'an now."
At this moment, Yang Zan in front seemed to have noticed something was wrong with Han Sui, but after hearing his answer, his doubts disappeared and he spoke softly:
"Don't worry, General Wenyue. With our current speed, we will be arriving in Chang'an soon. I think your son-in-law has arrived at the palace and is waiting for you there."
"Oh, really?"
Han Sui hurriedly responded with a smile, showing his excessive excitement: "When I married my daughter to this boy, I knew that this boy would become a great person sooner or later, but I didn't expect that he would be received by His Majesty in person."
"Ha ha ha ha!"
Han Sui looked up to the sky and laughed wildly, with unmistakable joy on his face: "I, Han Sui, can also take advantage of it. Let's go together to meet His Majesty. It's really like smoke rising from the graves of our ancestors."
Yang Zan responded with a smile: "Aren't those two kids trying to compete with each other?"
Han Sui kept nodding and nodding: "Yes, it is indeed so."
...
Han Sui dealt with Yang Zan casually, but also made Ma Teng aware that something was wrong.
After all, they are sworn brothers. They have been together all these years, and they have a deep relationship and a good understanding.
Yan Xing was indeed Han Sui's son-in-law, but in Han Sui's heart, it was Yan Xing who took advantage of his Han family, not Han Sui who took advantage of Yan Xing.
After all, Han Sui was well-known in Liangzhou, and Yan Xing was just a general at best. He could charge into battle, but when it came to uniting the Qiang and Hu tribes, Han Sui was the most powerful.
Why would such words come out of Han Sui now that he is in Yan Xing's favor?
Oh my god!
Ma Teng couldn't believe his ears.
Just when Ma Teng was puzzled.
Han Sui turned around and winked at himself again. His eyes flickered from side to side, obviously trying to draw his attention to the escorts on his left and right sides.
hiss-!
Ma Teng was surprised, but he didn't dare to say anything.
His eyes swept over the surrounding soldiers and horses, and he completely surrounded them one by one, and each one was armed with weapons, cutting off all their retreat routes.
What's going on?
Ma Teng was a little confused and looked at Han Sui.
However, in this situation, Han Sui could not say anything. He could only shake his head secretly and signal Ma Teng not to act rashly, wait for the opportunity and act according to the opportunity.
Ma Teng nodded in understanding, and while running wildly, he was also thinking. What was the purpose of the other party hurriedly taking them to Chang'an in the name of a celebration banquet?
Assassination!
Recruit troops and horses!
...
Ma Teng finally realized that he had been deceived.
At that moment, he glanced around and began to figure out how to break out of the encirclement safely.
But no matter how he thought about it, the opponent's superiority in military strength had completely overwhelmed them. Once internal strife broke out, under the combined force of swords and axes, they would become two piles of meat in an instant.
"Damn it!"
Ma Teng cursed secretly, his teeth itching with hatred.
He hurriedly gave Han Sui a wink, hoping to seek some possibility of mutual help.
But Han Sui still told him to stay calm, wait for the opportunity, and act based on his eyes, and there was a trace of determination in his eyes, as if a miracle was bound to happen.
Ma Teng thought for a long time, and suddenly a light flashed in his mind.
That’s right!
It must be Nanyang!
Chang'an Yuan Wei was like this, and he would definitely not be able to hide it from Nanyang Jizai's eyes.
They will never sit back and watch themselves being absorbed by Chang'an, otherwise all their previous efforts will be in vain.
Therefore, they will definitely help. In this way, he only needs to wait for the opportunity with peace of mind, and then fully cooperate. This can be regarded as entering Nanyang's political power.
hehe.
Is this a blessing in disguise?
Ma Teng secretly breathed a sigh of relief and felt completely relieved.
At the same time, he was still thinking about how to cooperate with peripheral forces in the event of an accident to successfully counterattack these bastards, especially Yang Zan, who needed to be killed with one blow, otherwise there would be endless trouble.
Thinking of this, Ma Teng discovered that Han Sui had already given him the position closest to Yang Zan. The opponent obviously wanted him to take action and have the advantage of taking the lead and hit him with one blow.
color!
Ma Teng secretly praised him and rode forward.
At the same time, Han Sui slowly moved and adjusted his position calmly.
*****
Chang'an.
Tufu's Mansion.
Yuan Wei is holding a scroll and reading.
Yuan Ji hurriedly entered the room outside the hall, with a look of surprise on his face. He bowed his head and said, "Uncle, something has happened."
Yuan Wei put down the book and raised his eyes to look at Yuan Ji: "Who is he?"
Yuan Ji replied: "Honglu Literature Xun You."
"Xun You?"
Yuan Wei couldn't believe it, it was Xun You, the Honglu literature writer.
This position was not a critical position, so it did not appear in his thinking immediately.
"That's right."
Yuan Ji nodded affirmatively: "After this incident, people have always been approaching Xun You's residence, and very frequently. And according to the reports from our people, they should be ready to take action at the city gate."
"The city gate?"
Yuan Wei frowned and pondered for a moment: "There are many people at the city gate. If we take action, it will easily create chaos, allowing Ma Teng and Han Sui to escape. It is indeed a key place."
"yes!"
Yuan Ji echoed: "My uncle is really smart and resourceful. My nephew is ashamed of himself. Not only can we get rid of Ma Teng and Han Sui this time, but we can also take advantage of the situation to uncover the assassins hidden in Chang'an."
"admire!"
"admire!"
Yuan Ji bowed deeply, not hiding his admiration.
In fact, they could kill Ma Teng and Han Sui at any time as long as they got them out of Long County, but Yuan Wei didn't do that. He wanted to take advantage of this to kill a rabbit and assassinate Chang'an.
Find it out.
If Ma Teng and Han Sui were killed in advance, the Chang'an assassination would naturally cease and remain silent. As a result, we don't know when they will be caught out.
"Okay."
Yuan Wei waved his hand, breathed a sigh of relief, and ordered: "You must gather the soldiers and horses outside quickly to come back and prepare to arrest all these assassins, especially Xun You, who must not be let go."
Yuan Ji bowed his head and said: "Don't worry, uncle, we have already arranged for Zhi Jinwu to handle it. I believe there will be a result soon, and it is absolutely impossible for Xun You to escape."
“I didn’t expect that!”
Having said this, Yuan Ji sighed and shook his head: "The two Xun family members in Yingchuan are all working for Nanyang. Xun You, a thief, even hides himself in our Chang'an. It is simply unreasonable."
Yuan Wei didn't mind at all, and said indifferently: "Don't we have people working in Nanyang? This matter is normal, but it is just a way of weighing things, and it is not worth mentioning."
Yuan Ji naturally understood this: "My nephew understands, but he always feels a little uncomfortable."
Yuan Wei picked up the book again: "Just wait for the results with peace of mind."
Yuan Ji agreed and immediately sat aside, waiting with peace of mind.
About half an hour later.
"Report—!"
A long announcement sounded outside the hall.
Yuan Wei raised his eyes and looked.
But I saw Shisun Rui hurried into the palace, looking worried: "Taifu."
Yuan Wei asked urgently: "How is the situation?"
Shi Sunrui shook his head: "The general took the people there, but no one was found."
"ah?"
Yuan Wei was stunned for a moment: "You missed the point?"
Yuan Ji was even more horrified: "This... how is this possible? They are all gathered there. My information should be correct. How could it be missed?"
Shisun Rui said with great certainty: "But it is indeed like this. There is no one inside. I finally gathered the troops, but in vain."
"Shiji."
Shi Sunrui said angrily: "There must be something wrong with your intelligence."
Yuan Ji looked in disbelief: "Impossible! This is absolutely impossible. There has never been any problem with my intelligence."
Shisun Rui said bitingly: "But we really missed the point."
"There may be a problem with other aspects."
"impossible!"
"..."
While the two were quarreling.
But he was directly interrupted by Yuan Wei: "That's enough! Now is not the time to investigate the culprits. I believe there will be no problems with Shiji's intelligence. Otherwise, how could the previous things be accomplished."
"Of course, Sun Rui has always been rigorous, and it only took him half an hour to return, which proves that he acted quickly and the responsibility does not lie with you either."
Yuan Ji breathed a sigh of relief and then bowed his head: "But uncle, this doesn't make sense!"
Yuan Wei pondered for a moment and said coldly: "What if Xun You deliberately led us there?"
"this......"
When Yuan Jizheng was wondering, Shi Sunrui had already realized something: "What does Taifu mean, is this Xun You's plan to lure the tiger away from the mountain?"
Yuan Wei nodded with certainty: "Although the city gate can create chaos, it is too close to Chang'an after all. Once a sudden change occurs, it will be difficult to escape safely, and the success rate is too low."
"Sun Rui!"
Yuan Wei suddenly realized something: "Where did you transfer your troops and horses from?"
Shi Sunrui said: "Outside the city! Why..."
"Damn it!"
Yuan Wei wanted to slap Sun Rui twice: "There are soldiers and horses in the city, why do they need to be transferred from outside the city?"
Shi Sunrui frowned: "All the soldiers and horses in the city are at key positions, and we have enough time to mobilize from outside without arousing suspicion from the other side. Isn't this normal?"
Yuan Wei was so angry that his teeth itched.
Shi Sunrui's idea is correct.
but......
But he was already pinched to death by Xun You.
Even he felt like his intelligence was being rubbed against the ground: "No, hurry up and lead your troops to meet Yang Zan. If it's too late, they might succeed."
"Go quickly!"
Yuan Wei waved his hand, eager to push Sun Rui out.
Shi Sunrui already realized the seriousness of the matter and quickly handed over his hand: "Here."
immediately.
Suddenly he turned around and left quickly.
Yuan Ji stepped forward and bowed: "Uncle, is it still too late?"
Yuan Wei sighed: "I have already told Yang Zan that if an accident occurs, Ma Teng and Han Sui will be killed first. As long as they both die, Long County's 20,000 elite cavalry will definitely be able to be recruited."
"That's all."
Speaking of this, Yuan Wei also knew that Yang Zan was somewhat unreliable, and hurriedly ordered: "Shiji, you immediately send someone to Wuguan and order Huangfu Song to return to Chang'an quickly to prevent any unexpected events."
Yuan Ji cupped his hands and said, "Here."
No matter at any time, Yuan Wei always thinks of the worst ending, so as to minimize the damage, protect himself and Chang'an Hanting.
******
On the road to Chang'an.
Near Meiyang.
In a patch of wormwood, Xun You sat on a stone, waiting calmly.
Suddenly, Gaofeng rushed up from the front and bowed his head: "Gongda, you are so amazing. Yang Zan and the others really came here, and there are only more than a hundred cavalry."
"good."
Xun You waved his hand and ordered: "Tell the brothers to act according to the plan. Once they succeed, they will immediately retreat according to the original plan, cross the river quickly, and then tear down the bridge. Do you understand?"
Xun You, who was admired by Gao Feng, was in awe. He nodded quickly, patted his chest and promised, "Don't worry, Gongda, I have already made arrangements for the next morning. I guarantee there will be no problem."
"very good!"
Xun You breathed a sigh of relief: "Let's all return to our places."
Gao Feng held up his hands: "Here."
Not long after.
Rumble—!
The sound of horse hooves came rolling in.
Through the gaps in the wormwood, you can clearly see the fine cavalry ahead, speeding past.
This was the opponent's front army. Just in case something unexpected happened, Xun You let it go and waited for the main force from behind to arrive.
Slowly raising his hand, the bowmen and soldiers beside him stretched their bows and arrows, ready to prepare.
When a familiar figure entered the ambush circle.
Xun You ordered without hesitation:
"Hit me!"
Hula—!
In an instant, two rows of soldiers armed with strong bows and crossbows stood up in the wormwood. Without hesitation, the two rows of arrows missed and shot over, killing several of the cavalry on the periphery.
At the same time, the stumbling ropes that had been buried in the soil in advance were lifted up in an instant, tightened, and wrapped around the tree trunk on the opposite side. The sound of horses hooting loudly was heard, followed by people turning on their backs, and smoke and dust stirring.
"Do it!"
Han Sui, with quick eyes and quick hands, shouted.
At the same time, he quickly drew his sword, and without waiting for the elite soldiers beside him to take action, he raised the sword and cut off the opponent's arm directly. He then reached out to grab the opponent's war spear, and then vigorously teased him.
The long soldiers stabbing from the side were less than two feet away from Han Sui, and when they were about to stab Han Sui, they were all pushed away by him, and even a soldier was killed with a spear.
The horse in front moved faster, pulled out the Huanshou sword in his hand quickly, and threw it suddenly. Yang Zan drew the sword and turned around. Before he could shout the order, it was directly pierced in the door, killing him on the spot.
Phew! Phew! Phew!
But at the same time, seven or eight spears stabbed at Ma Teng quickly.
However......
At this moment, Ma Teng had no weapons. As a last resort, he could only face up to the sky, move a flat bridge, and press his body almost against the horse's back. He watched helplessly as the opponent's weapons were crossed in front of him, making a crisp golden sound.
The sound of iron hitting.
What a risk!
Even Ma Teng, who was brave and good at fighting, couldn't help but feel scared.
If he hadn't deduced various possibilities in advance in his mind, he wouldn't have been able to move as smoothly as smooth flowing water at this critical moment.
But even so, Ma Teng was certain and certain that if he slowed down for even half a breath, even if he did not die, he would be disabled, and he would even be unable to pick up a weapon again in this life.
One move failed!
Ma Teng was ecstatic. He reached out and grabbed the two spear shafts. He tried his best to knock the spear above him away. At the same time, he shook his wrists and used a clever force to shake away the two soldiers holding the tail of the spear shaft.
.
With two spears in hand, Ma Teng flicked and stabbed him from left to right. In the blink of an eye, he stabbed seven or eight people to death, and all of them were in vital parts such as the chest, throat, face, etc. This shows Ma Teng's ability.
"kill-!"
The next second, a strong cry of death rang out.
From the dense forest on both sides, more than a hundred people swarmed out, two rows of spearmen, and one row of bowmen and soldiers. They attacked from the left and right. They were very brave. They cooperated with Ma Teng and Han Sui to launch a devastating crushing attack on Yang Zan's troops.
pressure.
Clang! Clang! Clang!
There was a loud bang and blood splattered.
In the blink of an eye, more than half of Han Sui's hundreds of elite soldiers who were "protecting" Ma Teng were killed.
If at this moment, they could concentrate their strength and continue to attack Ma Teng and Han Sui, they might be able to kill him, but unfortunately, Yang Zan had already died in the battle, and with no leader, this group of people fell into hesitation.
Neither is it an attack, nor is it a retreat.
In this way, Xun You cooperated with Han Sui and Ma Teng to encroach on them step by step, completely losing the ability to resist.
Xun You shouted loudly: "Generals Ma and Han, I am Xun You of the Han Dynasty in Nanyang. A dragnet has been set up in Chang'an City. You will die if you leave. Why don't you follow me back to Long County to plan a great event together."
"good!"
Han Sui killed a soldier with a spear and shouted: "Okay! We will follow you."
Xun You waved his hand fiercely: "Let's go! Retreat from here. Reinforcements from the direction of Chang'an will definitely arrive soon. Let's leave quickly. If it's later, it may be too late."
"Brother Shoucheng, let's go!"
Han Sui reined in his horse, turned around, and broke out in the opposite direction.
"Walk."
Ma Teng immediately broke the rear.
The two parties cooperated very well.
After leaving the dense forest, Xun You led his troops north, which immediately made Ma Teng curious: "Since you want to go back to Long County, why do you want to go here? This is the fastest way."
"No!"
Xun You immediately explained: "The cavalry from Chang'an City will arrive soon. Your horses have been galloping for several hours, and their speed will inevitably slow down. It is better to go here."
"As long as we cross the river and cut off the bridge, the opponent's cavalry will be completely defeated and it will be impossible to catch up with us. It is safest to return to Long County like this."
Han Sui immediately said: "Yes, it should be so. I admire you for your careful planning."
Ma Teng suddenly understood and nodded slowly: "That's it!"
Xun You waved his hand: "Let's go, follow me."
The two responded in unison: "Okay."
Not far.
Then I saw someone waiting at the bridge to meet me.
Everyone hurriedly crossed the bridge and looked back. More than ten people quickly demolished the bridge and cut off the wooden pillars in the city with great slashes. The bridge collapsed suddenly and they chased into the river.
Han Sui secretly breathed a sigh of relief and rode up to catch up with Xun You: "Xun You?"
Xun You nodded and said, "That's right, I am exactly the same."
Han Sui smiled faintly: "I was born in the Xun family of Yingchuan, but I don't know who you are, Mr. Xun Lingjun of Nanyang?"
Xun You didn't want to mention it at first, but when the other party asked, he could only answer: "Xun Wenruo is an uncle of a certain clan."
"Uncle?"
Han Sui was shocked and stared at Xun You, looking up and down: "But..."
Xun You knew that the other party was confused and said softly: "He is just older, but in terms of age, I am five years older than him."
Han Sui was relieved: "That's it."
...
When everyone rushes forward.
suddenly.
Not far ahead, there was thick smoke rising.
Han Sui was surprised and asked hurriedly: "Gongda, what is going on?"
Xun You replied casually: "It's the people I arranged to try to delay it for a while. If they are allowed to return to Long County early, things may not be easy to handle."
"I see."
Han Sui admired Xun You's strategy even more: "I admire Xun You's intelligence and resourcefulness, but it's just fair. Can we return to Long County in advance? As you said, if we let them return to Long County, things will be difficult to handle."
"rest assured."
Xun You nodded with certainty: "There are people from the Nanyang direction in every county along the way. They have already made preparations to fall into a trap and there will be no shortage of roadblocks."
"So good!"
Han Sui was completely relieved, breathed a sigh of relief, and nodded repeatedly: "That's very good."
Ma Teng dared to come up and asked urgently: "Gongda, what about my son..."
Xun You answered fluently: "General, don't worry, I have sent someone to find a way to inform your son and your son-in-law. I think there shouldn't be any big problem."
"Thank you."
Ma Teng nodded: "In that case, I can rest assured."
Xun You glanced at the two of them and said softly: "What you need to consider is the counterattack of Chang'an Hanting. If my guess is correct, Yuan Wei will definitely transfer Huangfu Song back after this incident."