In Shangyong City, since receiving the news that Ma Chao was going to attack Shangyong, Cao Chun rushed to Shangyong overnight and told Cao Ren the news.
"Liangzhou Ma Chao?"
Cao Ren frowned. Ma Chao's attack on Shangyong seemed a bit strange no matter how he thought about it. There was Hanzhong between Liangzhou and Shangyong, and Ma Tengzheng in Liangzhou and Han Sui in Liangzhou were really busy, so there was no way he would have enough energy to attack Shangyong.
, and this horse has a long head to conquer Shangyong, isn't it afraid that his supply of food and grass will not be urgent? Liangzhou and other places are notoriously remote places, and this horse has always been short of food and grass, which is also Cao Cao's way to deal with Liangzhou.
"Brother, I heard that Ma Chao is very famous in Liangzhou. I must teach him a lesson this time and let him know what it means to be a man of heaven and earth." Cao Chun on the side seemed not to notice Cao Ren's worry and said bitterly.
Cao Ren shook his head and said helplessly. Although he knew that this was not Cao Chun's true face, he still lamented. Even the Cao family needed to disguise themselves to gain Cao Cao's trust, let alone others.
Although the Cao family has been highly used by Cao Cao, and there are even many people who are as powerful as him and sit on one side, but it is precisely because of this that Cao Cao is afraid. In Cao Cao's heart, the Cao family must rely on him, but after all, the Cao family is
A clan with strict family rules passed down for more than ten generations could actually be suppressed by Cao Cao alone. Therefore, the relationship between Cao Cao and the Cao family is not as harmonious as it seems.
"It seems that Jingzhou Liu Qi already knows something, otherwise he would definitely not let Liangzhou troops enter Hanzhong." Cao Ren shook his head and sighed.
"Jingzhou Liu Qi?" Cao Chun also frowned and said. He really didn't think about Liu Qi on this matter, but after Cao Ren mentioned it, he immediately realized the key. The Liangzhou soldiers and horses must attack Shangyong.
Passed Hanzhong. Now Hanzhong has fallen into the hands of Jingzhou, and even Zhang Lu surrendered to Jingzhou.
The Liangzhou soldiers and horses invited by Zhang Lu must have decided to attack Shangyong after consulting with Liu Qi again, so Jingzhou must be behind this incident.
"Brother, although Jingzhou has captured Hanzhong, there is still Shangyong between Jingzhou and Hanzhong. The grain and grass baggage must pass through Shangyong before it can be transported to Hanzhong. How about cutting off Jingzhou's grain road before Jingzhou can react?
." Cao Chun looked at Cao Ren and said with a serious expression.
"This..." Cao Ren fell into silence. Although he did not break up with Jingzhou at this time, Jingzhou's invitation to Liangzhou soldiers and horses to attack Shangyong was already a severe slap to Shangyong. Cutting off Jingzhou's grain road would naturally separate Jingzhou and Shangyong.
The connection with Hanzhong was cut off, but Hanzhong itself was rich in the world, so it would not be a problem to supply the Jingzhou army with food, grass and baggage in a short period of time. On the contrary, Shangyong might be caught in a pincer attack between the troops of Liangzhou and Jingzhou.
"No!" Before Cao Ren could speak, a sharp shout came from outside.
"Huh?" Cao Ren and Cao Chun both changed their expressions. This is the most heavily guarded place in Shangyong City. Who could appear here so unnoticed? However, after seeing the face of the visitor clearly, the two of them
People's faces couldn't help but reveal a bit of joy.
"Long article." Cao Ren and Cao Chun both stood up.
"The two generals are here well." Chen Qun stepped in and looked at the two men and said with a smile.
"It will be good if Chang Wen comes back. The danger of Shangyong can be solved." Cao Ren took a few steps forward and came to Chen Qun and said.
"The general is ridiculous. Even without me, Ma Chao can't defeat Shangyong." Chen Qun shook his head and said, he also knows something about Ma Chao. It is easy for a young man to become famous. Such a person has flaws everywhere in front of a general like Cao Ren. Cao Ren
He could easily find out Ma Chao's weaknesses and defeat the Liangzhou army.
The only person in the entire Liangzhou army that he wanted to see was Pang De. Ma Chao was able to win this battle smoothly in Liangzhou, and Pang De took most of the credit.
"What Chang Wen said is right. Ma Chao is just a young boy in his early years. How can he be Big Brother's opponent?" Cao Chun also laughed and stepped forward, patting Chen Qun on the shoulder: "Chang Wen these days.
Where have you been and why haven’t there been any news for many days?”
"Haha, I'm ashamed. I have been staying in Yizhou these days. I originally wanted to persuade Liu Zhang of Yizhou to make things difficult for Jingzhou, but I didn't expect that Liu Zhang was hesitant and gave Jingzhou a chance to pacify Hanzhong." Chen Qun shook his head and said with a pity on his face.
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"The long article is joking. Being able to make Yizhou Liu Zhang fall out with Jingzhou is already a great achievement, so there is no need to talk about anything else. I also know a little about the situation in Yizhou. It was Zhang Renda's defeat that led to Jingzhou's soldiers and horses occupying Zitong County.
, has gained a foothold in Yizhou. However, Liu Qi is very ambitious and wants to capture Yizhou before he can digest Hanzhong. Isn’t he afraid that he will die?"
Looking at Chen Qun who was a little embarrassed, Cao Ren helped Chen Qun to his seat and comforted him.
"Yes, I heard that Zhang Ren is secretly the number one general in Yizhou. He can't even deal with the Jingzhou soldiers and horses who are surrounded by him. His reputation is really in vain." Cao Chun said with a look of disdain.
"Haha, the general's words are a bit unfair to Zhang Ren. Before this battle, it seemed to me that Zhuge Liang's army would lose troops and generals, and would even be surrounded and annihilated by Zhang Ren. However, the result of this battle was beyond everyone's expectations.
, this is because Zhuge Liang had a backup plan a long time ago, and it is not Zhang Ren’s fault."
Chen Qun smiled and said that he was always paying attention to the situation of Zhang Ren's army in Yizhou. He could not make any mistakes about Zhang Ren's strategy. After the news of Zhang Ren's defeat came, he was stunned and silent for a long time.
"Hmph, if Feilongwei hadn't suddenly attacked, who knows what the outcome of this battle would have been?" Cao Chun snorted.
"Although this statement is not bad, I think even if the Feilong Guards did not rush back, Zhuge Liang would have other means. I just don't know where Zhuge Liang got such confidence? He actually allowed himself to be surrounded by Yizhou soldiers and horses?"
Chen Qun frowned and said.
"Leave the Yizhou matter to Liu Zhang. Now Ma Chao will attack Shangyong at any time. Does Chang Wen have any plans?" Cao Ren said.
"Haha, general, don't worry. Although Ma Chao is extremely brave and good at fighting, his character is arrogant. He leads Liangzhou soldiers and horses all the way. The general can wait for the Lord to attack. With Ma Chao's arrogant character, he will definitely take the initiative to fight with the general.
, then the general can defeat him in one fell swoop and relieve the danger of superiority." Chen Qun shook his head and continued: "It's just that Ma Chao has a great general named Pang De under his command.
Pang De is indispensable for his prestige today. At this time, please ask the general to lure this person away."
"Pang De? Changwen, don't worry, I'll leave this Pound to me." Cao Chun took the lead and said.
"Okay, then I'll leave Pang De to Brother Chun. Chang Wen has been running all the way and rest as soon as possible. Liangzhou soldiers and horses will arrive in the next two days, and Chang Wen still needs to sit in the town." Cao Ren nodded.
"In that case, I'll take my leave." Chen Qun cupped his hands and said.
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In Jingzhou, since Liu Qi went to war, all affairs in Jingzhou have been handled by Jia Xu, Yi Ji and others, but Xin Xianying is the one in charge.
Although Xin Xianying was a woman, Jia Xu, Yi Ji and others did not dare to have the slightest contempt for her. Jia Xu even privately compared Xin Xianying to Empress Lu in the early Han Dynasty, thinking that Xin Xianying's achievements were too great. It is even possible to surpass Empress Lu.
Jia Xu and others were stationed in Xiangyang, while Xin Xianying retreated behind the scenes so that he could be fully aware of the happenings in Jingzhou and avoid any verbal conflict with Xin Xianying under the pretext of others.
Although Xin Xianying secretly replaced Liu Qi in Jingzhou, she had no intention of intervening in Jingzhou affairs. Most of the time, she would just say nothing. She would only express her opinions when Jia Xu and others asked her for advice. Everything he said was concise, concise and precise. Jia Xu and others secretly praised him.
Although Liu Qi did not say it, Xin Xianying knew that Liu Qi did not hope that he could become another Empress Lu, but instead hoped that she would become another Yin Lihua.
Empress Lu was domineering and involved in government affairs, but Yin Lihua was gentle, generous and quietly helped Liu Xiu achieve his dominance. A comparison between the two can tell what Liu Qi was thinking. Fortunately, she had no intention of becoming Empress Lu. , every move she makes is related to the fate of the entire Xin family, and she has to be cautious.
"Madam, Zhou Cang has arrived in Xiangyang and is waiting outside now."
In the study room, a guard in brocade clothes bowed and whispered.
"Zhou Cang? Isn't he supposed to be protecting Military Advisor Xu in Jizhou? Why did he return at this time?" After a moment, a soft rather than strong voice sounded, with surprise in the voice.
"I don't know, I don't know." The guard in Jinyi still looked respectful.
"Let him wait in the side hall." Xin Xianying thought for a while and said. Since Liu Qi's personal expedition, she has been accustomed to sit in the study instead of Liu Qi and handle government affairs. Zhou Cang's return surprised her somewhat. Zhou Cang was responsible for protecting Xu Shu. You will never leave Jizhou without important things.
Putting down the bamboo slips in his hands, Xin Xianying stood up and walked towards the side hall. Soon he came to a main hall. He saw a man from Zhoucang standing tall and majestic in the main hall, with a huge box behind him.
"I've met Madam." Seeing Xin Xianying coming, Zhou Cang hurriedly bowed and saluted.
"There is no need to be polite, General Zhou. What does Commander Xu have to explain when he returns to Xiangyang this time?" Xin Xianying asked directly. What she was most worried about was what happened to Xu Shu. She knew that Liu Qi valued Xu Shu and absolutely did not want Xu Shu to have any problems. any damage.
"Um……"
Before Zhou Cang could speak, a soft groan sounded from the big box behind him.
Xin Xianying frowned. From the sound, she could tell that the box contained a woman. Could it be that Xu Shu ordered someone to kidnap her? Xin Xianying turned her head and looked at Zhou Cang.
Seeing Xin Xianying's unkind expression, Zhou Cang smiled bitterly and said: "Madam, this woman found out about the military advisor's plan. Originally, he wanted to kill her on the spot, but the military advisor asked the general to send her back to Xiangyang.
This woman is of great use."
"Is this true?" Xin Xianying frowned even more. Xu Shu's explanation should be accurate, but why did he need to kidnap a woman from Jizhou?
"How dare you deceive your wife, general?" Zhou Cang hurriedly bowed.
Xin Xianying nodded and looked at the wooden box again. At this time, in addition to the sound of humming, there was also slight shaking in the wooden box.