%d7%cf%d3%c4%b8%f3 After Xiang Liang's main force only stopped briefly in Fu Yang, he still marched north and marched into Xue County.

But at this time, the army stopped advancing shortly after leaving Fu Yang. The mighty army stretched for more than ten miles, and only the stretched material team was still moving forward.

On an inconspicuous high hill, Xiang Liang stood with his hands behind his back. He looked far into the distance. Xiang Zhuang had just sent someone to deliver the latest news. Zhang Han led his army to cross the Yellow River and walked across the chasm from Sanchuan County. The purpose of heading to Dang County may be to take a shortcut and want to attack Pengcheng by surprise.

This made Xiang Liang a little more worried. There were less than 20,000 defenders in Pengcheng, which was Xiang Liang's foundation in Shandong. Once Pengcheng was lost, Xiang Liang would be in a dilemma, but the army set off and marched northward. Will he return? Xiang Liang is temporarily unable to make a choice.

Moreover, Zhang Han's purpose is still uncertain. The surprise attack on Pengcheng is just his own imagination. If his purpose is to control Dang County and prepare for a long-term fierce battle with the Chu army, then it would be a bit unreasonable for him to return to the army at this time. The gain outweighs the loss,

Time passed by and Xiang Liang was still hesitating. At this time, a cavalry galloped over and approached Xiang Liang. He cupped his hands and said: "General, we followed the Qin army all the way and found that they were stationed in Li County. After that, there was no moving forward,"

Hearing that Zhang Han had stopped advancing, Xiang Liang felt relieved and asked in a deep voice: "How many troops and horses do they have?"

"About more than 400,000," the cavalrymen said again. At this time, several more cavalry came galloping from the north. The first general was Zhao Wei, who was once a brave general under Dong Yi. Since Chen County After being wounded and captured by Li Ji in the first battle, Zhao Wei surrendered to Xiang Zhuang and served as a school captain under Xiang Zhuang.

At this moment, Zhao Wei came to Xiang Liang, cupped his hands and said: "General, my general Xiangzhuang has captured Hu Ling, and I am reporting this to the general."

Huling was less than a hundred miles away from where Xiang Liang was at this time. Xiang Liang thought for a while and ordered: "Go and inform Xiang Zhuang and ask him to post a list to pacify the people. I will arrive soon."

Zhao Weigong handed over his hands and left. At this time, Xiang Liang turned around to look at the generals and asked loudly: "Zhang Han has already entered Dang County and will attack Sishui County at any time. Instead of waiting for the enemy to come, why don't we attack first?" Attack in one step, who wants to be the vanguard and go to Li County?"

As soon as Xiang Liang finished speaking, everyone bowed their heads in thought. At this time, Xiang Liang added: "I will lead the main force to Huling. After resting there, I will march into Dang County and return to Han in pieces. At that time, we will encircle and suppress Zhang Han, we must win this battle."

Xiang Liang's words seemed to give everyone reassurance. At this time, Zhujishi, who had always remained silent, walked out, cupped his hands and said, "I will go there eventually,"

Since returning to Xiang Liang, Zhujishi has not made any achievements. Moreover, in the Chu army with strict military discipline, it is difficult to be promoted without military merit. Zhujishi has long been looking for opportunities to make contributions. At this time, Xiang Liang decided to encircle Zhang Han and Zhu Jishi. Jishi mustered up his courage and took the initiative to ask for help. At this time, another person came out and came to Zhujishi. He cupped his hands and said, "I am willing to go, too."

Xiang Liang looked attentively and saw that the other man was Yu Fanjun. They volunteered to go out. Xiang Liang was overjoyed and ordered: "You and I have 20,000 troops. You and I are marching into Li County. You can't go out to fight blindly. You can do it for Suspicious soldiers, wait until I cut off their return path before making a decision."

The two sang their promises and left. At this time, Xiang Liang turned his head and looked into the distance. The battle was finally about to begin.

After half a stick of incense, Xiang Liang shouted: "Send the order to march to Huling."

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Under the city of Huling, groups of Chu troops were clearing the battlefield. Some of the Qin soldiers groaned and were still alive. They were taken in by the Chu troops. They carried stretchers and transferred these people to the city. Some of them were unable to recover and could not survive. Although they were not dead yet, the Chu army had to chop them to death with swords, then use ox carts to pull them to nearby mountains and bury them on the spot.

The cleanup of the battlefield has lasted for two hours and will be completed in a while. However, Huling City was seriously damaged due to the strong attack of the Chu army. If it is repaired, it may not take more than a year and a half to recover.

However, this is not the front line of the Chu army. At present, when the world is in turmoil, it is impossible to repair it vigorously. Therefore, Xiangzhuang just ordered to recruit some civilians to simply repair the city walls and gates to prevent the Qin army from sneaking into Huling.

On the city tower, all the corpses had been cleared away. Xiang Zhuang took Wu Fang, Cao Feng, Kong Ji and others to inspect the city defense. A famous Chu soldier stood at the top of the city holding a halberd, looking at the Chu flag fluttering in the wind. Xiang Zhuang felt There is a feeling in my heart that after victory, I am proud of the world.

But this feeling only lasted for a moment, and Xiang Zhuang suppressed it. This was called pride and complacency. Xiang Zhuang knew that arrogance would make people regress, so he tried his best to restrain his arrogance.

Seeing the meticulous and strict patrols of the defenders, Xiang Zhuang nodded with satisfaction and was about to leave. At this time, Cao Feng's exclamation suddenly sounded around him: "Look below the city, Uncle Liang's army has arrived..."

The trumpets wailed low and the drums roared. The Chu army lined up neatly and marched into the city. A large part of the Chu army also picked up an open space near Huling City and set up camp. The Chu army was in strict military discipline and merged into Huling City. No looting occurred, and the people were grateful, ate pots of pulp, and welcomed the Chu army.

In the county government office, Xiang Liang stood in front of the map with his hands behind his hands. He was thinking about how to fight Zhang Han in this battle.

The Qin army had 400,000 troops. Although Xiang Liang said that he didn't care, if the war really started, Xiang Liang himself was not sure whether he could win the battle.

But using Zhujishi as the vanguard to confuse Zhang Han, Xiang Liang felt that it was very necessary. Thinking of this, Xiang Liang turned to Xiangzhuang and ordered: "You immediately lead the army to meet Zhujishi and contain Zhang Han in the Li County area." , there must be no mistake,”

Xiang Zhuang stepped forward, cupped his hands and said, "My nephew, I obey the order."

On the side, Cao Feng sighed softly: "Are we going to fight again?"

Seeing Xiang Liang's serious eyes and looking at him, Cao Feng knew that he was talking too much, so he quickly stepped back and said nothing. At this time, a personal follower rushed in, cupped his hands and said: "General, please report urgently."

Seeing his entourage in such a panic, Xiang Liang was slightly surprised and shouted: "Tell me, what's the urgent report?"

"Zhujishi and General Yu Fanjun led their troops to the west. They were ambushed by the Qin army halfway. General Yu Fanjun was killed in battle, and General Zhujishi retreated. At this time, less than a thousand people were waiting outside the mansion," the personal attendant finished. , bowed his head and said nothing,

This sudden news was like a bolt from the blue. Xiang Liang slapped the map with an angry palm, making a muffled sound.

After a long time, Xiang Liang said angrily: "Bring me the red chicken stone."

Xiang Nuo left with him. Soon, several soldiers walked in quickly with Zhujishi. Zhujishi was now covered in blood and in a state of embarrassment. He knelt down in front of Xiang Liang and cried: "Big General, we were ambushed, the Qin army is too brave, we..."

"That's enough," Xiang Liang shouted angrily and stopped Zhujishi's words. His face was bloodless, and he was obviously very angry. After a while, Xiang Liang said coldly: "How can you be undefended when marching to fight? You are so careless. , I lost 20,000 soldiers and horses, what kind of face do you have to come to see me,"

When Xiang Liang said this, he glared at everyone and shouted: "Come here, chop off the red chicken stone for me."

"General, calm down." Everyone held up their hands to plead for Zhujishi. On the side, Xiang Zhuang also took a step forward and said in front of Xiang Liang: "Uncle, victory or defeat is unpredictable. Please forgive General Zhu."

Zhujishi also kowtowed and said: "General, please spare my life. I am willing to take the blame and make meritorious service."

Seeing that Xiang Liang was indifferent, Xiang Zhuang said again: "Uncle, I am willing to lead an army of 30,000 to attack the Qin camp. Please forgive General Zhu."

"If the order is enforced, if I forgive Zhujishi, how can I command the three armies and how can I subdue the people? Come and behead Zhujishi."

"Here," several soldiers lifted up Zhujishi with their backhands and walked outside the tent. For a moment, Zhujishi's begging for mercy echoed in the big tent. It wasn't until Zhujishi was pulled out of the tent that Xiang Liang sighed. Zhujishi's defeat was somewhat related to himself, but after losing the first battle, Xiang Liang had to let Zhujishi take the blame.

Not long after, Zhujishi's head was presented. Xiang Liang looked at the bloody head and ordered: "Instruct the three armies to move to Xue County to temporarily avoid the Qin army's edge."

Xiang Zhuang wanted to say something more, but Xiang Liang waved his hand and interrupted Xiang Zhuang. He just sighed and ordered: "Go and execute it."

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Liu Bang and Zhang Liang interacted with each other for several days, and their relationship gradually deepened. Moreover, Liu Bang and Zhang Liang were similar in age, and they talked about everything from then on. When discussing the world situation, military strategies, etc., Zhang Liang also talked about everything and was willing to have a close relationship with Liu Bang.

Historically, Liu Bang was also a monarch who was very good at using people. This is called the art of controlling people.

Not long ago, the two of them rushed to Fu Yang, but their pace was a step slower. They heard that Xiang Liang had already gone north and was stationed in Xuecheng. They continued to go north and led the army to Xuecheng. At noon that day, The two finally arrived at Xuecheng City.

The soldiers guarding the city stopped the army. Soon, three thousand Chu troops rushed out of the city. They drew their bows and arrows and aimed at the Pei army. Seeing that the Chu army had misunderstood, Liu Bang immediately rode out on his horse and said, "Please tell me." General Xiang Liang, Liu Bang paid a visit,"

On the side, Zhang Liang also cupped his hands and said: "I also have an old friend Zhang Liang visiting me."

Soon, after learning about Zhang Liang's visit, Xiang Liang personally led a team to greet him. Xiang Zhuang also expressed his farewell to Liu Bang. After a polite exchange, everyone went to the county government office together.

Several of Xiang Liang's followers brought tea, placed a cup in front of each person and left. The door of the living room slowly closed. At this time, Xiang Liang cupped his hands and smiled and said: "Liu Bang, we had a chance meeting in Liyang." , I never thought that you could come to visit me today, I am extremely happy, extremely happy..."

Xiang Liang's cheerfulness made Liu Bang feel warm in his heart. Moreover, it had been almost five years since he and Xiang Liang had met each other. At this time, Liu Bang also handed over his hand and smiled back: "Young Master Liang will remember me. I am extremely honored,"

Everyone laughed. At this time, Xiang Liang's eyes fell on Zhang Liang and said in surprise: "Brother Liang, it's been four years since we left Xiapi. You have been in Xiapi all these years."

As if it was a test, Xiang Liang's words were neither warm nor cold.

Zhang Liang cupped his hands and smiled back: "The situation in Shandong is turbulent, and Chen Shenghuang is too lewd. Although I have the intention to become an official, I never have the opportunity. Now that I heard that Duke Liang is famous in Sishui County, I came here to join forces, and I still hope not to give up. "

"Brother Liang, you're so polite. I'd love to have you come," Xiang Liang replied with a smile. At this time, Liu Bang took advantage of Xiang Liang and Zhang Liang's opportunity to discuss the situation in Shandong and put forward the purpose of his trip: "I am here because of my subordinate's appearance." I have killed a traitor, lost Peixian County, and even lost my family. I came here this time, hoping that Duke Liang can help me and help me regain Peixian County. I am willing to destroy the fort and surrender to Duke Liang. I don’t know..."

From the first time he met Liu Bang, Xiang Liang felt that Liu Bang had a unique temperament. This temperament made Xiang Liang think highly of him. At this time, Liu Bang revealed the purpose of his trip and wanted to He borrowed troops to recapture Fengxiang and then surrendered to the Chu army. This kind of magnanimous character made Xiang Liang highly praised. After thinking briefly, Xiang Liang looked at Xiang Zhuang aside and ordered: "You can send out troops to help Liu Bang."

Xiang Zhuang nodded and sang the promise loudly. At this time, Xiang Liang stood up slowly, looked at Liu Bang and Zhang Liang, and said with a smile: "The back office has prepared some wine, let's drink and chat."

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Chapter completed!