This news suddenly shocked Xiahou Dun and Xun Yu, the two civil and military pillars of the Cao family.
Although Xun Yu expected that Yan Liang might have a feint attack on the three counties of Shangyong and actually attacked Wu Pass, he did not expect that Yan Liang's movements were so fast that they could far exceed his reaction speed.
Xiahou Dun was shocked and quickly recovered from calmness. "It was true that Wen Ruo told me that Yan Liang was so sinister and cunning. However, Wuguan had three thousand soldiers, and the city of Guan was almost in danger.
With Zi Lian in charge, even if Yan Liang attacks, he may not be able to get Wu Pass.”
Xiahou Dun seemed to be very confident about Cao Hong, the Cao brother.
"Although Zi Lian is brave, he is a bit frivolous. Yesterday I received a letter from Zhao Yilang, reporting that Zi Lian actually raised a lot of dance tricks in Guancheng. I was afraid that he would be neglected to prevent and take advantage of Yan Liang.
Xun Yu discussed the matter and was quite ruthless in his evaluation of Cao Hong. Xiahou Dun could not help but show displeasure when he heard Xun Yu say this to Cao Hong.
"Although Zi Lian has some flaws, he has experienced many battles, both wise and brave. Wen Ruo's comments seem to be a bit underestimating him." Xiahou Dun said.
"A thousand-mile dike is destroyed by an ant hole. I am afraid that Zi Lian's flaws will eventually lead to great losses. After all, he is not facing one side of the enemy, but Yan Liang."
Xun Yu knew that Xiahou Dun was not happy to see him telling him that Cao Hong was not good, but he was just talking about the matter and still spoke out bluntly.
Xiahou Dun frowned secretly, and his face became a little scary because of his loss of one eye, and he looked more and more ferocious.
"Wenruo, I think you have..."
When Xiahou Dun was about to protect Cao Hong, another new army hurried out.
"Reporting to the general, Shang County has reported that Yan Liang's army had captured Wuguan the day before yesterday. General Cao Zilian and Zhao Yilang were both captured by Yan Liang."
This bad news, like a thunderbolt in a sunny day, instantly made Xiahou Dun look horrified.
He could never believe that he was trying his best to protect Cao Hong the previous second, and then the Cao brothers lost the southern gate of Guanzhong. And he did it himself
Yan Liang's captive.
Xiahou Dun's heart was almost touched by a heavy hammer.
In addition to being terrified, Xiahou Dun couldn't help feeling a little ashamed and did not dare to look at Xun Yu in front of him, so he just shouted at the details.
The personal army then submitted the urgent report sent by Shang County and reported to the scout about how Yan Liang attacked and broke the Wu Pass.
After reading the detailed urgent report and hearing the narration of the personal army, Xun Yu couldn't help but sigh: "I didn't expect that Yan Liang was not only full of tricks, but his army was still so powerful in siege. However, if Zi Lian could be more alert, he would also
It would not be so easy to lose the city.”
In Xun Yu's tone, he secretly complained to Cao Hong.
At this time, Xiahou Dun could no longer protect Cao Honghuan, but he was angry and embarrassed, and his already ferocious expression was even more distorted and terrifying.
Bang!
With a sudden slap, Xiahou Dunteng jumped up and said angrily: "Yan Liang Dog Thief, you dare to take advantage of the Prime Minister's expedition. Attacking my Guancheng is really too much. Wen Ruo, you will stay in Chang'an, and I will lead the army immediately.
Go and take back Wu Pass.”
After hearing this, Xun Yu's expression changed suddenly, and a touch of worry suddenly appeared in his color.
He hurriedly said, "Since Yan Liang has already broken through Wu Pass, he has all the land. Now there are not many soldiers in Chang'an. Even if the general leads his army, he may not be able to return to Wu Pass with his current strength. For the current plan,
It would be better to increase troops to Shang County first, and then send people to Liangzhou to report to the Prime Minister."
"Since Yan Liang got Wu Pass, if his subsequent army of Wu Pass continued to enter Guanzhong, he would think what to do? If not, I must take Wu Pass back first." Xiahou Dun was in a hurry.
Xun Yu looked calm and said lightly: "Although Yan Liang has Wuguan, if he wants to enter the Guanzhong plain, he still needs to go through Shang County, Shangluo and Lantian County. These three counties are all dangerous places, with me
At present, even if Yan Liang leads troops from all over the country, it is enough to resist. I think Yan Liang must know this first. Therefore, as I expected, Yan Liang sent troops this time just to get to Wu Pass, and there should be no attack.
Guanzhong’s intention.”
Although Xun Yu was very thorough in the division, Xiahou Dun at this time disturbed his emotions about the news of Cao Hong's capture. He could not listen to Xun Yu's analysis.
Xiahou Dun said decisively: "What Wen Ruo said may make sense, but I am guarding Guanzhong under the order of the Prime Minister. Now that I have lost my troops and territories, I have a great responsibility. I will take back Wuguan no matter what, and I will never drag the Prime Minister to Scan.
The plan for Pingliangzhou.”
At that moment, Xiahou Dun had no hesitation and immediately ordered the mobilization of troops and horses, and he personally led it to attack and capture Wuguan.
During Cao Cao's expedition to the west, nearly 10,000 troops were left for Xiahou Dun. In the previous period, eight thousand troops were drawn from the front line, so there were nearly 18,000 troops available in Xiahou Dun.
Among these nearly 20,000 troops, 3,000 were stationed in Tongguan, 2,000 were stationed in Pubanjin, 3,000 were stationed in Wuguan, and there were nearly 10,000 left behind in Chang'an City.
Xiahou Dun left only two thousand soldiers to guard Chang'an, led 8,000 infantry and cavalry, and left the city south that day, and rushed towards Wuguan all the way.
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Wuguan, North City.
Yan Liang slowly walked on the front line of the city wall, inspecting his soldiers to strengthen the city defense.
The role of Wuguan is mainly to protect Guanzhong to resist threats from Nanyang. Therefore, the north city line, both the height and thickness of the city wall, are quite inferior to that of the south city.
In order to deal with the possible large-scale attack by Cao's army soon, Yan Liang naturally had to seize the time to strengthen the northern city.
"Lord, instead of strengthening the city wall here, why not send more reinforcements and gather a large army to enter Guanzhong and seize the Chang'an City." Huang Zhong, who was following, said.
Yan Liang only smiled faintly, "Wuguan is still hundreds of miles away from Chang'an City, and the terrain is quite rugged. As long as Cao's army lays thousands of troops in Shang County, Shangluo, or Lantian, our army will all set up the entire army.
And if we come, we may not be able to break through in a short time. If the fierce army fails and Cao Cao leads the main force back to the rescue, at that time, we will face a decisive battle with Cao Cao. He will be with Chang'an and wait for his work. Wouldn't we all fall?
wind."
Yan Liang said something casually and immediately pointed out Huang Zhong.
Huang Zhong couldn't help but bow and praise: "The lord is far-sighted and it is not the only way to go."
As soon as he finished speaking, a team of scouts came in from the north, and a scout captain rushed to the top of the city and headed straight to Yan Liang.
"Reported to the lord, Xiahou Dun led 8,000-squad cavalry to the south at night. The vanguard had passed Shang County and was rushing towards Wuguan."
When Xiahou Dun heard that he led his army to attack, the generals on both sides changed color slightly.
Yan Liang was calm and sneered, "Xiahou Dun was in charge of Cao Cao. He has not passed the wrong path for many years. Now he has lost Wu Pass and Cao Hong. He is so angry that he is embarrassed."
At this time, Huang Zhong stepped forward and bowed, saying with a sigh: "Lord, since the enemy thief dares to come, the last general asks to lead an army to attack. He will cut off the head of Xiahou Dun and present it to the lord."
Huang Zhong won a winning streak, and his self-confidence reached the peak of his life, and he looked down on Xiahou Dun a little.
Yan Liang always kept his calm mind. He did not get lost in the surprise attack on Wuguan.
"Xiahou Dun is very skilled in martial arts and has great ability to use troops, so he should not be underestimated. Moreover, our army's battle is just to seize Wu Pass and fight against the enemy in close combat, which is contrary to the purpose of this battle. The old general will accept this confidence and wait for the future to be released.
It’s not too late to work harder.”
Hearing Yan Liang's calm words, Huang Zhong immediately restrained his fighting spirit, but said, "If our army does not take the initiative, Cao's army will also attack the city with all its might. The walls of the north city are short and thin. If the generals rise up,
I'm afraid it will be a fierce battle."
"Don't worry, the old general, I have a trick." A strange smile appeared on the corner of Yan Liang's mouth.
So Yan Liang ordered the entire army to remain unmoved, and only urged the soldiers to build the city wall day and night, waiting for the Cao army to attack.
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The next day, at dusk.
The setting sun shines westward, and the ancient city walls of Wuguan are coated with a layer of gentle gold edges.
Yan Liang held a long sword in his arms, stood at the top of the city, looking into the distance.
At the end of my eyes, the rolling dust fog, like a sandstorm, was rolling along the east bank of Danshui, towards the north city of Wuguan. In the dust fog, flags were flying and figures were surging.
On the front line of the North City, ten thousand Yan soldiers were in their positions.
Facing the fierce enemy, there was no fear on the young faces. There was only the hope of killing the enemy and making achievements, and there was only the passionate fighting spirit.
The enemy was coming fiercely, and in just a quarter of an hour, he had already reached a place outside the city.
The dust dissipated, and more than 8,000 elite Cao's infantry and cavalry showed their ferocious faces. The vast army and armor were almost about to reflect the cold sky. The big flag of "Xiahou" was dancing wildly.
Although Cao's army rushed over, it formed a formation in an instant. The army was in an orderly manner and there was no sign of long-distance raid. Xiahou Dun was indeed capable of governing the army.
Just as Yan Liang secretly praised his opponent, outside the city, the rumbling drums sounded, and the eight thousand Cao troops had already launched an attack.
The trench filling team, the sword and shield, the crossbow, the city climbing team, the Cao army was stacked layer by layer, combined in an orderly manner, and slowly advanced towards the northern city of Wuguan amid the sound of the war drums.
In a moment, the eight thousand Cao troops had advanced more than two hundred steps in front of the city, and had already entered the range of the crossbow.
"Lord, Cao's army has entered the range of our army and ordered arrows to be fired." Huang Zhong bowed and asked for instructions.
Yan Liang disagreed and said, "Our army's arrows are precious, how can we waste them easily? Come on, put that shield to me to hang up."
Huang Zhong was confused about Yan Liang's intentions and suddenly became confused, but then he suddenly realized.
But when several personal soldiers came to the city, they tried a few efforts to hang a man with his body tied up in the center of the city gate.
The person who was slapped was the captive Cao Hong.
Outside the city, Xiahou Dun, who was urging his subordinates to attack, suddenly saw Cao Hong being hung out, and his hideous and confident face suddenly burst into infinite fear and anger. (To be continued)