Since Wu Chen became king, there have been large or small wars in Zhao State. Hanoi County will occasionally launch wars against Zhao State, but the scale will not be too large.

Because of this, Zhao State has always maintained a stable state and gradually grown.

After Wu Chen became king, Han Guang led his troops northward, passed Fanyang, and stationed troops in Jixian for three days. He rested and reorganized his sergeants and recruited troops from all over the country. Within a few days, the army expanded to 17,000 people, and received strong support from Wu Chen and logistics.

With supplies flowing in continuously, Han Guangnai led his troops into Yuyang County.

After fighting fiercely in Yuyang County for nearly half a year, most of the county towns were wiped out. Han Guang then moved from Yuyang County to fight in Youbeiping, Liaoxi and Liaodong counties, constantly expanding his power and recruiting brave soldiers. Finally, Han Guang stabilized these three counties and sent officials to govern them.

, he himself sent his troops south, preparing to return to Handan to report on his duties.

At this time, the war in the Central Plains had entered a fever pitch. Under Zhang Han's strong suppression, the Zhang Chu regime eventually came to an end. Chen Sheng also died in the hands of the coachman Jia Fu, but Lu Chen sent his troops eastward to recapture Chen County and stand on his own feet.

He is the king of Zhang Chu.

However, Zhang Han had to turn around and march westward to Nanyang because the Song Dynasty left troops to enter Wuguan and endangered Guanzhong.

In the blink of an eye, winter passed, and spring came once again. Warmth returned to the earth, and spring was full of joy. Birds were chirping on the branches. Groups of Zhao troops held high flags, with bright cloth armor and bright weapons.

Enter by fishing in the sun.

Yuyang County is located in the plains, surrounded by mountains to the north, and to the northeast is today's Miyun County, which is under the jurisdiction of Beijing. At this time, Yuyang County became an important military station for Han and Guang, and it was also his

A transfer station for grain and grass transportation.

Groups of Zhao troops entered the city one after another. In the county government, Han Guang was restless because his deputy general Zang Tu and chief secretary Zhou Tong were trying to persuade Han Guang to stand on his own feet and revive the Yan Kingdom.

In fact, Han Guang had had the idea of ​​​​reliance before. He tried to send someone to pick up the young man, but was ruthlessly rejected by the military officials and detained Han Guang's wife, which made Han Guang use the rat weapon and did not dare to deviate.

Wu Chen.

The people's persuasion once again ignited Han Guang's ambition to become king, but could he stand on his own regardless of his small family? Even if he could, he would be charged with disloyalty and unfilial piety, and he would still have tens of thousands of soldiers under his command.

Follow him?

Han Guang hesitated for a long time. Finally, he shook his head and sighed: "This is absolutely impossible. The general was appointed by Zhao to lead the army. How could he establish the Yan territory for his own selfish interests? Forgive me, it is absolutely impossible for me to obey this order."

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Seeing that Han Guang had no intention of becoming king, Zang Tu looked a little helpless and said anxiously: "If you don't take it, you will be blamed! General, you have to think about it!"

Han Guang still shook his head and sighed, ignoring Zang Tu. On the side, Zhou Tong, the chief secretary, saw Han Guang's concerns. He stepped forward and persuaded: "General, can you listen to me?"

Seeing that Zhou Tong had something to say, Han Guang nodded and said with a smile, "Sir, it doesn't matter if you just say it."

Zhou Tong thought for a while, sorted out his words, and said after a while: "Back then, when King Zhao was independent, he also rejected Zhang Er because of his family's small age. However, Zhang Er persuaded the military ministers on the grounds that the king would not easily hurt others' children.

When he established himself in Handan and proclaimed himself king, Chen Sheng did not dare to bully the military officials and harm their families."

"At this time, the general's reputation has shocked the land of Yan, and the people of Yan are all following the general with all their hearts. If the general can raise his arms at this time, the people of Yan will definitely respond. What more can I ask for such people's support?" Speaking of this,

Zhou Tong stopped talking and stared at Han Guang with bright eyes. Han Guang had already stood up and walked around the house. He was really tempted and wanted to agree, but he was always worried about his family. After all, the military minister was not Chen Sheng. He could

Have you treated yourself well as a gentleman has promised?

Just when Han Guang was hesitant, a personal attendant walked in quickly, stopped in front of Han Guang and others, clasped his fists and said, "General, a secret decree from King Zhang Chu has been delivered."

Han Guang was startled and couldn't help but asked in surprise: "Does King Chen Sheng actually know about me, Han Guang?"

With that said, Han Guang walked quickly outside the house. Zhou Tong and Zang Tu were also extremely surprised. They didn't know why Chen Sheng sent a secret order to Yuyang? With doubts, the two followed Han Guang.

Outside the county government office, a man in ragged clothes was wandering anxiously. Soon, Han Guang led everyone out quickly. Han Guang saw the man in ragged clothes at a glance, and he couldn't help but asked: "Are you King Chen Sheng's secret envoy?"

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The man came straight to Han Guang, knelt down on one knee, and reported: "I am sending a letter to General Han according to the king's secret order."

As he spoke, he took out a letter from his arms and handed it to Han Guang. Han Guang was dubious and opened the sheepskin. Sure enough, it was printed with Chen Sheng's royal seal, and he wrote that he hoped that Han Guang would establish Yan territory on his own, contain the military officials, and form a tripod.

There should be no negative equivalence in terms of momentum.

Looking at the secret edict, Han Guang's hands trembled with excitement. After an unknown amount of time, Han Guang forwarded the secret edict to Zhou Tong and others for viewing. Then he came to the emissary and laughed loudly: "Since it is the secret edict of King Chen Sheng, how can I dare to disobey it?

You can return immediately and convey my loyalty to King Chen Sheng."

The man nodded, cupped his hands and said, "General, please give me a set of clothes. I..."

Seeing this man's ragged clothes, Han Guang guessed that he must have suffered a lot along the way. He couldn't help but feel pity in his heart. He turned around and ordered: "Prepare ten pieces of gold, a fast horse and two sets of clothes for the secret envoy."

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At night, Han Guang, Zhou Tong, Zang Tu and others gathered in the county government hall again. At this time, Han Guang no longer hesitated. He looked at the two of them and sighed: "Since King Chen Sheng has sent a secret decree, I will respect it."

yes."

Zhou Tong was overjoyed and said with a smile: "The general's move is based on the king's order and the people's support. It is a righteous move. We will follow the general to the death."

On the side, Zang Tu knelt down on one knee and said with emotion: "I am willing to follow King Yan and open up new territories, and I will fight to the death."

Ten days later, in the northern corner of Yuyang, a high platform stood impressively. Below, 50,000 soldiers and horses were waiting in formation, with drums roaring, military music blaring, and horns blowing from time to time.

Soon, Han Guang, accompanied by the generals, ascended to the high altar and announced to the public that the Yan Kingdom had been restored. Everyone was delighted and cheered.

In this way, Han Guang, without knowing that Chen Sheng was dead, obeyed his secret decree, ascended the throne and proclaimed himself king, commanded the land of Yan, and wrote a letter to inform the military ministers about his proclaimed king, praying to be sent home to his family, and to form an eternal alliance.

friend.

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In Handan City, the people were extremely happy. Every house was decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, and some even rushed to the streets to welcome the returning army. Their leader was Zhang Yan, who had been ordered to recapture Shangdang. At this time, most of Shangdang County

The territory had been captured by Zhang Yan, who had used force to suppress the Qin army's many counterattacks. At this time, he returned to the capital to report on his duties, and was warmly welcomed by the people.

In the palace of the King of Chu, there was also singing and dancing. The military ministers set up a banquet for thousands of people in the palace and hosted a banquet for all the soldiers under Zhang Nan's command to celebrate the victory together.

The chamberlains and maids were busy, coming and going, serving dishes and pouring wine.

The musicians played music in the side hall, and a group of dancers rushed into the main hall and danced in the center. At this time, the generals had entered the banquet one after another. The joy of celebrating their victory and the beautiful women in the hall made them laugh and drink without any scruples.

Soon, the military minister raised his glass and laughed and said: "The Shangdang has won a great victory, and everyone is extremely happy. Come and drink this glass to the full."

"Thank you, Your Majesty." The generals and the ministers of the Manchu Dynasty each raised their glasses in response to the military minister. The atmosphere in the hall was harmonious. The military minister drank the wine in the glass and put down the glass. At this time, he was already a little drunk. The revival of the Zhao Kingdom was only a matter of his life.

In the first step, he will vow to go south, march to Sanchuan County, and move closer to Guanzhong to dominate the world and shock all directions.

These will not be distant dreams. Wu Chen firmly believes that as long as Han Guang stabilizes Yan, Li Liang stabilizes Changshan County, and Zhao is safe, he can go south with all his strength. What else is impossible?

However, the military officer's thoughts suddenly changed from the invasion of Sanchuan County to that year, when Zhou Wenbing entered Guanzhong with such momentum, but was ultimately defeated in the Mianchi area, and Chen Sheng, who was the dominant force at that time, also died in the rebellion. All these made the military officer have to

Admit it, Zhang Han is definitely a difficult opponent.

Just when Wu Chen was wandering around the world, dreaming of the spring and autumn dream of swallowing up the sea, a bodyguard walked in quickly, came to the center of the hall, presented a letter with both hands, and said loudly: "Report to the King of Yan, King Yan

I sent an envoy to deliver a letter."

"King Yan?" Wu Chen was a little surprised. Where did the King of Yan suddenly appear? With curiosity, Wu Chen took the letter from the chamberlain, opened it and took a look. After just one glance, Wu Chen's face became extremely ugly.

With furrowed eyebrows, he glared at the letter in his hand. Soon, he threw the sheepskin letter to the ground angrily, picked up the wine bottle, threw it out, and shouted: "This man bullies me too much! I swear to kill him!"

The warrior left the hall angrily. The dancing girls stood there stunned, at a loss. Even the civil and military officers and soldiers celebrating the victory looked stupidly at the direction in which the warrior left outside the palace. They didn't know what happened.

matter.

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Half an hour later, several ministers and several confidant generals came to Wu Chen's study. At this time, Wu Chen had woken up from his anger. He looked at everyone, sighed, handed the letter to everyone, and sighed: "Han

Guang Pifu established his own land in Yan and was called the King of Yan. He really doesn’t know how to live or die!"

Speaking of this, Wu Chen angrily slammed the table and said angrily: "A common man has the nerve to ask for my family from me!"

The eyes of the military minister were filled with anger, and everyone sighed. Han Guang rebelled and established Yan territory on his own. This was something that no one expected. For a while, everyone did not know how to persuade the military minister, but everyone was silent.

At that time, the military official said angrily: "Chen Yu, you can mobilize your troops and generals, and I will personally go north to attack the rebels."

After a pause, the military official added: "In addition, pull out all Han Guang's family members and behead them in public to serve as a warning to others!"

Wu Chen was blinded by anger, but Zhang Er did not agree with Wu Chen. At this time, he had already said: "Your Majesty, please don't be so reckless, otherwise, Zhao will be in danger of subjugation."

Zhang Er's words were like a warning bell. After hearing this, the military officials couldn't help being stunned. At this time, Zhang Er sighed: "Killing a few women and children is not enough to deter Han Guang, but will make him hate Zhao even more. Once there is no relationship between the two countries,

If the campaign ceases, the Qin army will definitely wait for an opportunity to come east. At that time, the Zhao State will be caught in the cracks, how can it not be destroyed?"

"I wonder if you have any good ideas?" The military minister looked slightly displeased, and Zhang Er replied: "The king might as well agree to Han Guang, send his son back to the country, and recognize Han Guang's identity as King Yan to stabilize him, and then we will wait for an opportunity to go north and take advantage of him.

If you are not prepared, the land of Yan can be conquered."

The military official thought for a long time, his eyes were firm and did not allow any refutation, and he sighed: "I can agree to return his family, but I'm afraid I can't wait so long for the opportunity to go north. In the past few days, I must gather troops and horses to go north to attack//

Zhao Guo."

Seeing that the military minister refused to delay his troops, Zhang Er had no choice but to sigh and asked: "Can we recognize his identity as King of Yan? In this way, Han Guang can be temporarily stabilized."

The military official pondered for a moment, then nodded and ordered: "Li Zuoche, I order you to lead three hundred troops and send Han Guang's family back to Yan. In addition, notify Li Liang and ask him to resolve the war in Changshan County as soon as possible and use all his strength to resolve the war in Changshan County."

The troops march north and meet at Fanyang."
Chapter completed!