Zhang Ning keenly captured a piece of information from Liu Pi's words, that is, Gong Du, the guest named Jian mentioned by Liu Pi. Although Zhang Ning is just a prostitute, she usually likes to talk about the general trend of the world with Xu Huang.
I am somewhat familiar with the civil servants and military officers under the Fang princes. However, among the civil and military officers under the princes of the world, there are not many named Jian.
After hesitating for a moment, Zhang Ning had already vaguely guessed who Master Jian Liu Pi was talking about, and couldn't help but sneered: "Little sister, what kind of wise master did you think you were looking for? It turns out it's just a lost dog. Little sister advises you two
Senior brother, you must understand the situation clearly and don't waste your own future and life."
Gong Du quickly raised his hands and said, "Everything depends on the young master's orders."
When people go to higher places, water flows to lower places. It is obvious at a glance which Liu Bei and Liu Xin are stronger and weaker. Since Liu Xin is a high branch to climb, Gong Du would still be foolish enough to board Liu Bei's pirate ship.
Zhang Ning was very satisfied with the static situation in Gongdu, nodded, and said: "You two senior brothers only need to sacrifice the so-called master named Jian together with Runan. Mr. Liu has always given clear rewards and punishments, and my husband will be the beauty of the two senior brothers."
It is said that glory and wealth are indispensable without these two senior brothers."
Gong Du said without hesitation: "Young Master, please stay for a moment. I will go with Junior Brother Liu to control Jian Yong."
Zhang Ning waved his hand and motioned for the two of them to go quickly.
Pang De looked at the backs of Gong Du and Liu Pi hurriedly leaving, and said worriedly: "Mrs. Qi, General Mo thinks that we shouldn't let the two of them go together, and at least one of them should be detained to prevent any accidents."
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Zhang Ning shook his head and said, "Don't worry, General Pang. Both of them are my father's direct disciples. Even if I borrow ten of their courage, they would not dare to do anything detrimental to my wife."
With a "pop" sound, Liu Xin slammed the letter in her hand on the table in front of her and shouted angrily: "Nonsense! It's just nonsense!"
Diao Chan, who was instructing Lu Qiling's dance moves, stopped when she heard the sound, turned to look at Liu Xin and asked nervously: "I wonder what happened? I made the master so angry."
They were currently on a building ship near Chungu County, Danyang County. More than a dozen fighting ships were guarding the surrounding river. This building ship was the former enemy command post temporarily set up by Liu Xin. The other princes now had no naval forces.
This building on the river was even safer than staying in Wanling City, so Liu Xin also took Diaochan and the others with him.
Feeling that she was a little out of sorts, Liu Xin stabilized her mood, waved her hand and said, "Oh, it's nothing serious. Chan'er, you go out first, and invite Mr. Ju over by the way. I may give him some instructions."
Diao Chan thought at first that there was something wrong with the dance moves she taught Lu Qiling, and then she was startled. When she heard Liu Xin said that she wanted to invite Jushou over, she realized that Liu Xin's anger had nothing to do with her. Diao Chan persisted.
The bottom line was that she would never ask about any important military or political matters. However, seeing Liu Xin's worried expression, she quickly pulled Lu Qiling out.
After a while, Jushou walked in, cupped his hands and said, "I wonder what your master has to say when he summons his subordinates in a hurry?"
Liu Xin pointed to the letter on the table and said in a deep voice: "You already know the things mentioned in Gong Ming's letter. Let's talk about your views."
Jushou smiled and cupped his hands, and said: "Mrs. Xu understands the righteousness well and is willing to take risks. If this trip to Runan can be successful, and Gongdu can be obtained, and Liu Pi takes the initiative to surrender, then Lujiang and Qiaojun can be cut off."
Yuan Shu has really become the turtle in the urn. This old turtle is much fatter than Yu Mi, haha, haha..."
It turned out that after Zhang Ning left, Xu Huang thought about it and still felt that he should report the matter to Liu Xin, so he sent a flying pigeon letter to Liu Xin.
Because Liu Bei made such a big show of presenting the Imperial Seal, Liu Xin and Jushu not only knew that Yuan Shu had proclaimed himself emperor, but also knew that the Imperial Seal had also fallen into Yuan Shu's hands. In Jushou's eyes, the Imperial Seal was
It means the supreme imperial power, no matter what, he will help Liu Xin get the imperial seal. As long as he controls Runan, Yuan Shu, who lacks a naval force, will still be surrounded by Liu Xin even if he takes Jiujiang.
Can the jade seal passed down from the country still fly with its wings?
Liu Xin didn't think so. He had already received the news that Yuan Shu sent Liu Bei to Runan to quell the rebellion. He didn't know whether Zhang Ning could persuade Gong Du and Liu Pi, but he was sure that Gong Du and Liu Pi's subordinates
Those rabble were definitely no match for Liu Bei. Even if Zhang Ning could persuade Gongdu and Liu Pil to surrender, they would never be able to withstand the attack of Liu Bei's army, and Zhang Ning would be in danger by then.
This is because Liu Xin does not know that Liu Bei has sent Jian Yong to surrender Gongdu and Liu Pi, otherwise he will be even more worried. Because Liu Xin knows that in history, Gongdu and Liu Pi once assisted Liu Bei in fighting against Cao Cao. They
The connection between them has a "record". In this way, it is very likely that Jian Yong will convince Gong Du and Liu Pi. In that case, Zhang Ning's situation will be even more dangerous.
Looking at the excited Ju Shou, Liu Xin poured cold water on him and said in a deep voice: "Liu Bei is extremely cunning. He has already been ordered to attack Runan. If Liu Bei's prediction is correct, once Liu Bei conquers Runan
Nan will definitely declare his separation from Yuan Shu, and even take advantage of Yuan Shu's proclaiming himself emperor to fight back. At that time, he will occupy the moral high ground. Therefore, we must destroy Yuan Shu no matter what, before Liu Bei seizes Runan.
Only in this way can Liu Bei's identity as Yuan Shu's remaining party be confirmed."
Jushou smiled and said, "It is because my subordinates knew about Liu Bei's dispatch of troops to Runan that they were happy for Mrs. Xu's righteous deed. Mrs. Xu's move was just a chance to get ahead of Liu Bei. I thought that as long as Liu Bei saw me
If the banner of the Han Dynasty is flying in front of the city of Runan, rats will surely scurry away."
Liu Xin was not as optimistic as Jushu. He looked worried and said in a deep voice: "No matter what, Gongming is my brother. Liu is not willing to let his wife go take risks. Pass my order, San
Lu Junma immediately launched an attack. In addition, he told Gong Ming to lead his troops into Runan in person and ensure the safety of his wife."
Several white pigeons soared into the sky from the ship, circled twice and then flew in all directions. At the same time, several speedboats left quickly. Out of concern for the safety of the flying pigeons delivering messages, the order was issued.
At that time, Liu Xin always used two-pronged preparations. While releasing the homing pigeons, he also sent a team of meteor horses to pass them through the post roads extending in all directions.
Zhang He's army was stationed on the riverside, and he was the first to get the news. In the past few years, he had been on guard duty and rarely had the opportunity to kill. He had long been unable to hold back. As soon as he received the order, Zhang He
He couldn't wait to order the three armies to board the ship.
An hour later, twenty transport ships full of soldiers from the Third Army slowly sailed away from the south bank of the Yangtze River. Guarded by dozens of navy warships, they sailed upstream and soon landed on the river east of Xiang'an.
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Zhang He led 30,000 infantry and cavalry in a hurry and arrived outside Xiang'an City in the evening. As long as Xiang'an was captured, the connection between Lujiang and Shouchun Yuan Shu's troops and horses could be cut off. Zhang He immediately ordered the attack on the city without resting.
The soldiers of the Han Army had undergone rigorous training and had been tested in various cruel conditions. Although they were very tired after the rapid march, no one cried out in pain. With Zhang He's order, everyone immediately entered a fighting state.
All kinds of tactics are practiced in daily life, and it only takes half an hour for all kinds of siege equipment to be prepared. Of course, sophisticated siege equipment like trebuchets still need to wait for them to be transported from the rear. What they have prepared
All they had were temporary ladders and carriages. However, for a small city like Xiang'an, these things were enough. After the three-way drum sounded, tens of thousands of soldiers from the Third Army rushed to the head of Xiang'an City with shouts.
Although Xiang'an County is small, because it is the gateway to the southeast of the Lujiang River, Yuan Shu still attached great importance to it and sent General Liang Gang to lead five thousand troops to garrison here. The news that Liu Xin's army had landed on the riverside had reached Xiang'an City.
Liang Gang sent people to report to Yuan Shu, and at the same time ordered to recruit civilians to strengthen the city's defense. Just when the four gates were just closed, countless people and horses appeared outside the city.
Liang Gang did not expect the Han army to arrive so quickly, but seeing that it was just getting dark, he was not worried that the Han army would attack the city overnight and continued to slowly arrange the city defense. Suddenly, bursts of shouts came from outside the city, and the Han troops outside the city
The army unexpectedly rushed over under the afterglow of the setting sun, and Liang Gang had no choice but to rush to fight.
Siege warfare is very difficult, but the Han army has practiced it countless times at the training base. The infantrymen braved the rain of arrows and calmly climbed up the ladder to the city, while the archers and crossbowmen climbed up the city.
Relying on the strong bow to reflect on the city, suppressing the defenders on the city.
Although they have the advantage of geographical location, many of the people who were forcibly recruited are unable to work. They have been oppressed by Yuan Shu, and they have long been hoping that someone can rescue them from the sea of misery. How can they be willing to help them at this time?
Yuan Shu served as cannon fodder. Liang Gang was ill-prepared to begin with and wanted to urge the people to strengthen. However, he lost sight of one thing and was unexpectedly captured by a group of Han troops on the top of the city.
Seeing his soldiers ascending to the top of the city, Zhang He personally beat the war drums. The already high morale of the Han army became even more unstoppable. More and more soldiers rushed to the top of the city. Liang Gang saw that the situation was not good,
He turned around and ran towards the city.
The entire siege went extremely smoothly. When night fell, Zhang He had already entered the Xiang'an County Government Office. Without taking a breath, Zhang He ordered the entire army to march towards Linhu. Linhu was the last barrier outside Lujiang City.
After conquering Linhu, the Han army could reach Lujiang City.
After receiving the battle report sent by Zhang He, Liu Xin did not feel at all relaxed. What he was most worried about now was not whether he could capture Lujiang, but whether Zhang Ning would encounter danger in Runan.