The Yan army who escaped from Liang County went on a killing spree for Lu Lingqi's Qingqi, losing almost half of them.
The defeated Zhang Fei led less than 5,000 remaining soldiers and fled to Taigu Pass in embarrassment.
Taigu Pass is located fifty miles south of Luoyang City. It is located in the valley between Songshan Mountain and Longmen Mountain. The valley is twenty miles deep. On both sides of the deep valley, there are crisscross ravines, gurgling streams, sharp peaks and thick bushes. The valley is solid
It can be said to be a gateway to the south of Luoyang City.
Zhang Fei led his 5,000 remnant troops to retreat to Guancheng. While holding the city tightly, he sent Pegasus to the main battlefield of Chenliu to ask Liu Bei to quickly send troops to rescue.
Yan Liang did not give Zhang Fei a chance to breathe. When Zhang Fei arrived at Guancheng, he led an army of 50,000 troops and followed him to Taigu Pass.
The victorious army of 50,000 did not stop for a moment before reaching Taigu Pass, and immediately launched a fierce attack on Taigu Pass.
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Several hundred miles away, Chen Liu.
The atmosphere in the Yan army's tent was dull.
Liu Bei sat there with a straight face, and all the generals in front of him were silent. Although Zhuge Liang was still shaking his feather fan, there was always a trace of imperceptible embarrassment on his handsome face.
Liu Bei glanced sideways at Zhuge Liang, with a hint of resentment in his bloodshot eyes.
It was he who used Zhuge Liang's so-called division of troops strategy that caused Zhang Fei's 30,000 troops to suffer heavy losses.
After the disastrous defeat, it was because he used Zhuge Liang's so-called "surround Wei and rescue Zhao" strategy and devoted all his strength to attack Chen Liu's enemy camp.
As a result, the Chu army's camp was not breached, but Zhang Fei's army was unable to receive timely rescue and was defeated again. They fled all the way to Taigu Pass.
At this time, the 100,000-strong army in front of them could not advance even an inch, while Yan Liang's army was less than 40 miles away from Luoyang City.
If Luoyang was captured by Yan Liang, I dare not imagine the consequences.
That was Luoyang. South of the Yellow River, its political status was higher than that of Xudu. Once Yan Liang captured Luoyang, it would cause a huge shock in the Central Plains, and the morale of the entire Yan Kingdom's ruling area would be dealt a heavy blow.
All of this predicament was caused by Zhuge Liang's so-called clever plan.
At this moment, can Liu Bei not complain about Zhuge Liang?
"Military advisor, you said that Yan Yan was in Liang County and the Chu army's camp would be able to be defeated in one fell swoop. But now, after so many days of violent attacks and how many soldiers have been sacrificed, why can't the enemy camp be attacked for so long?" Liu Bei was almost using
The questioning tone was asking Zhuge Liang.
"This..." The feather fan in Zhuge Liang's hand could not move for a moment, and a few drops of cold sweat quietly soaked on his forehead.
"Your Majesty, it's too late to say anything now. The most important thing now is to quickly send troops to reinforce Taigu Pass. If Luoyang City is lost, the consequences will be disastrous." At this time, Zhao Yun decisively stood up and spoke.
Zhuge Liang also hurriedly said: "Zilong's words are reasonable. Your Majesty, it is not too late to send troops to rescue Taigu Pass."
At this moment, Zhuge Liang was extremely in line with Zhao Yun's proposal, as if he had completely forgotten how he confidently rejected Zhao Yun's proposal not long ago.
Liu Bei had no choice but to think about it, so he decided to follow their advice and send troops to rescue Luoyang.
Just when Liu Bei was about to give the order, the soldiers outside the tent came to report that Sima Yi had arrived and was seeking an audience outside.
"Zhongda has arrived. I am worried that no one can make up my mind. Send him in quickly to meet me." Liu Bei's mood suddenly cheered up.
Liu Bei's excited expression seemed to regard Sima Yi as his savior.
Zhuge Liang saw this, his brows could not help but frown slightly, and a hint of fear flashed in his eyes.
Not long after, Sima Yi walked in and came forward to pay homage to Liu Bei.
Liu Bei hurriedly stood up and helped Sima Yi up himself. His enthusiastic look was completely opposite to his previous cold and sluggish attitude.
Sima Yi was not flattered, he remained so indifferent.
"Zhongda, you came at the right time. There is a crisis in Luoyang today, and I don't know how to respond. I want to hear your opinion."
Liu Bei then reported all his failures to Sima Yi.
While Sima Yi was listening patiently, he would glance at Zhuge Liang from time to time. Although there was nothing strange about his eyes, to Zhuge Liang, it was as if Sima Yi was watching his joke.
"Then, does the king plan to send troops to rescue Luoyang next?" Sima Yi asked.
Liu Bei sighed helplessly, "If we don't save Luoyang, how can we just sit back and watch this important town in the Central Plains be captured by Yan Liang?"
Sima Yi said nothing and fell into silence for a moment.
After a long silence, Sima Yi said: "Your Majesty, I think that Luoyang can give it to Yan Liang."
Abandon Luoyang!
As soon as he said this, there was an uproar in the tent. Not only Liu Bei, but everyone was full of surprise.
"Luoyang is the former capital of the Han Dynasty. It is such an important place. If it is handed over to the Yan thief, the thief can march eastward directly from Luoyang and threaten our army's rear. Zhongda, are you sure this is your plan?" Zhuge Liang
There was a hint of sarcasm in his rhetorical question.
"Even if the Yan thief rejects Luoyang, how can he dare to march eastward wantonly? Brother Kong Ming, don't forget that if Luoyang falls into the hands of the Yan thief, we are not the only ones who will be threatened." Sima Yi said with a faint smile.
Not just us?
Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang were startled at the same time, and then they suddenly understood.
When Luoyang fell, of course it was not only them who were threatened, but also Cao Cao.
Hongnong County to the west of Luoyang is currently occupied by Cao Cao. If the Yan bandits capture Luoyang, they can not only advance eastward and threaten Liu Bei's flank, but also go west through Hangu Pass to attack Hongnong.
If Hongnong is lost, Yan Liang can attack Tongguan to the west, which can directly threaten Chang'an, and attack Hedong County to the north, which can directly cut off the connection between Bingzhou and Guanzhong.
It can be said that Yan Liang's capture of Luoyang posed no less of a threat to Cao Cao than Liu Bei.
"What does Zhongda mean? Please go on." Liu Bei seemed to see some clues and became excited.
"The king is now joining forces with Cao Cao to attack Yan, but Cao Cao has stationed troops under Wuguan. There has been no major battle at all, and his army cannot be said to have suffered any losses. If Luoyang is lost now, Cao Cao will lose his rear. At that time, he
We must raise our troops to advance eastward, so the king can borrow Cao Cao's power and attack with Cao Cao. Even if the traitor Yan takes Luoyang, he will not be a turtle in the urn by then."
Sima Yi spoke eloquently and revealed the mystery of why he abandoned Luoyang.
Liu Bei, who suddenly realized this, couldn't help but have an expression of excitement and uncontrollable expression on his gray face.
With Liu Bei's knowledge, he quickly realized how clever Sima Yi's plan was.
Today, Liu Bei is fighting Yan Liang in the Central Plains. Even if he defeats Yan Liang in the end, his strength will inevitably be greatly damaged. On the contrary, Cao Cao, who stationed troops in Wuguan and only used work but not any effort, can say that his troops and horses are intact.
At that time, if Cao Cao took advantage of Liu Bei's weakened strength and suddenly struck back, wouldn't it be that Cao Cao reaped the benefits?
How could Liu Bei be willing to give Cao Cao a wedding dress because of the fruits of his hard work?
Then, as Sima Yi said, leaving Luoyang to Yan Liang would be equivalent to dragging Cao Cao into the quagmire of the Central Plains War. In order to protect himself, Cao Cao must take real action against Yan Liang, and he will no longer be able to work without any help.
As Liu Bei thought about it, a sinister sneer appeared at the corner of his mouth.
He had to admit that Sima Yi's move was cunning and cunning. He abandoned a city in Luoyang, but achieved the dual purpose of consuming Cao Cao and attacking Yan Liang.
Zhuge Liang on the side was surprised and couldn't say anything for a moment.
As smart as Zhuge Liang, he had to admit in his heart that Sima Yi's plan was indeed a clever one.
Sima Yi, on the other hand, was calm and calm, only calmly accepting everyone's astonished attention.
Without any further hesitation, Liu Beiteng stood up and said excitedly: "Zhongda's plan is very clever and very good. I will act according to your plan and immediately issue an edict to Yide, ordering him to withdraw his troops and defend Hulao eastward.
close."
"Your Majesty is not concerned about the gains and losses of one city or one place. His courage and foresight are truly unparalleled. I admire him greatly." Sima Yi bowed his hands and flattered Liu Bei.
Liu Bei was so proud that he couldn't help laughing.
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Four days later.
In the early morning, Yan Liang led his army out of the camp and prepared to launch a new round of fierce attack on the enemies at Taigu Pass.
However, when Yan Liang was stationed outside Maguan City and looked at Guancheng from a distance, he found that Taigu Pass today seemed a little different from usual.
There was complete silence on Guancheng. All the flags had been withdrawn and not a single person was to be seen. It was like an empty city.
Yan Liang initially thought this was a little trick played by Zhang Fei and resorted to a trick to empty the field. However, when he sent a small team of soldiers and horses to risk crossing the city and entered, the reward was that the entire Taigu Pass was empty.
The building is empty.
Zhang Fei abandoned the pass and left?
Unexpectedly, Yan Liang ordered the army to break through the pass and successfully occupied Taigu Pass.
Immediately afterwards, Yan Liang sent out scouts to conduct reconnaissance, and the rewards from the scouts surprised Yan Liang even more.
It turned out that Zhang Fei abandoned Taigu Pass without orders, and also abandoned the city of Luoyang. He led his remaining soldiers in one breath and fled to Hulao Pass in the east of Luoyang.
Could it be that Liu Bei planned to abandon Luoyang City so easily?
Although Liu Bei's actions were somewhat puzzling to Yan Liang, no matter what, the city of Luoyang was so close that there was no way he could not occupy it.
Therefore, the day after arriving at Taigu Pass, Yan Liang personally led the army and marched into the undefended Luoyang City.
After successfully occupying Luoyang City, Yan Liang ordered Huang Zhong to lead 10,000 soldiers and horses to quickly march eastward to capture Hulao Pass. At the same time, he ordered Wen Chou to lead 10,000 soldiers and horses to go west to capture Hangu Pass.
Regarding Hangu Pass, since Zhang Fei's troops had withdrawn, the more than a thousand Yan troops who had passed the pass immediately surrendered. Wen Chou effortlessly captured this important pass in the west of Luoyang.
Zhang Fei, who retreated to Hulao Pass, did not escape this time. Instead, he showed unusual tenacity and struggled to block Huang Zhong's fierce attack.
Although Hulao Pass has not yet been conquered, the overall situation has developed according to the prior strategy.
Yan Liang, who was in the Luoyang Palace, had already held a banquet to celebrate his great success in capturing Luoyang.
That evening, just as Yan Liang and his generals were drinking heavily, his own soldiers came to report, saying that Pang Tong, who had been ordered to garrison Chenliu, had come to Luoyang at starry night and had urgent matters to report to Yan Liang.
Yan Liang was very excited and asked Pang Tong to come in.
A moment later, Pang Tong hurried in, his expression not showing relief, but showing a bit of solemnity.
When Yan Liang was about to give Pang Tong a reward to express his gratitude for his contribution, Pang Tong said first: "Your Majesty, this is not the time to celebrate. You all think that we may have fallen into Liu Bei's plan."
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