Matthew finally entered Yuanshi County.

The target on horseback was too big and difficult to approach, so he could only abandon his horse and sneak into the darkness below the city, using his flying claws to sneak up to the top of the city.

The defenders thought he was a bandit and were about to stab him to death. Matthew quickly identified himself.

"Stop, stop, I am the messenger from Zhao Guojun soldiers, come to rescue, take me to see Qian Sima quickly."

Everyone was surprised that Zhao Guo's envoy actually dared to break into the bandit camp and climbed into the city. In any case, it was related to rescue, so everyone took Ma Xiu to the prefect's mansion to report the move.

When he heard that reinforcements were coming, he came out immediately and recognized Matthew at a glance.

Isn’t this the adopted son of Duke Xuande?

"Ah Xiu, why are you here? Why don't you let me go quickly?"

Qianzhao was very surprised. Why did Ma Xiu come to Changshan when he wasn't staying in another courtyard?

Ma Xiu was let go, relaxed his shoulders, and said with a smile: "The gods told me in a dream that Uncle Zi Jing was in trouble, so I came with reinforcements."

Qianzhao immediately understood that it was inconvenient for the other party to say something clearly: "Everyone, go and do your work. Ah Xiu, come in with me."

Entering the hall, ordered tea and food, and then walked back to the left and right with the sign in hand.

"Axiu, you must be exhausted. Eat and drink quickly."

Yuanshi County was besieged by Zhang Baiqi for five or six days. Food in the city became increasingly scarce. Qianzhao insisted on military discipline and did not blackmail the people.

Therefore, apart from steamed buns and pickles, the only non-vegetarian dish is two boiled eggs.

Matthew was not polite. He was really thirsty and tired after running all night, so he took a big sip of tea first.

"The foster father and his wife are here, at the border of Zhao State."

After saying that, I took a big bite of the steamed bun and almost choked.

"Ah? How come Xuande and his wife are here? You can't report the news so quickly, right? Hey, you kid, eat slowly!"

In this way, Ma Xiu explained the general situation while eating. At the same time, he told Liu Bei's plan in full, and decided to catch all Zhang Baiqi and other bandits.

When I heard about it, I felt both fond and ashamed.

Liu Bei appointed himself to be the Sima of Jizhou, in charge of the army of the whole state, but he was defeated by the bandit Zhang Baiqi and lost his army.

Matthew finally said: "My foster father asked me to bring a message to Uncle Zi Jing."

"What did Brother Xuande say?"

"The edge of a sword comes from sharpening, and the fragrance of plum blossoms comes from the bitter cold."

Qianzhao was greatly shocked, which meant that Liu Bei not only was not disappointed in him, but had high hopes for him.

"Pa!"

Qianzhao punched the table and shouted: "After thirty years of command, I, Qianzhao, now understand what it means to live toward death!"

Ma Xiu chuckled and said: "Uncle Zi Jing, you are ambitious! However, you have to wait for the best time to die."

Nod your head with your fingers, the inside should be combined with the outside, and the center should bloom.

He couldn't attack rashly until Liu Bei arrived.

In Beiqiao Town, Zhao Guochang Shi Liu Xiao led 300 county soldiers, following Ma Dai's orders to come and accept Zhi Jinwu's dispatch.

"Your Majesty, my nephew Liu Xiao is here to listen to your orders!"

Liu Bei nodded and said, "Okay! Have you ever killed anyone?"

Liu Xiao was a little nervous and hesitated for a long time before saying: "I've broken other people's legs..."

"Then follow me and don't run around! Let Baniu help you lead the soldiers. The reward for your merit is yours."

Liu Xiao understood that this cheap uncle was trying to save his life, so he gave the seal to Liu Bagniu without saying a word.

There are three things a new official does when he takes office. The first thing is to preach military regulations.

"I'm a rough man, and I can't remember too many military regulations. There is only one rule: if you obey, you are a good soldier; if you dare to fight, you are a hero!"

The second fire: prohibition.

"This time to fight bandits and save Yuanshi City, it's useless to have too many people. I want a hundred death squads to start training!"

Three hundred people walked together, walking down the road and down the wasteland, until they reached the river.

Many people hesitated, but a few remembered Liu Baniu's words and waded across the river with their eyes closed.

No more, no less, one hundred and seven people.

Liu Bei: Is this God’s will?

Therefore, Liu Baniu led 107 people to form a death squad and named it Water Margin Camp.

The equipment of the three hundred people was first selected by the Water Margin camp. Everyone was wearing armor and had excellent weapons.

Ma Dai was in charge of the remaining 193 people, following the Water Margin camp to fight with the wind.

The third fire: clear rewards and punishments.

Water Margin camp is full of wine and meat, and the rest can only eat steamed buns and vegetable soup.

Liu Baniu finished his drink and shouted loudly: "Tomorrow we will attack the rebels. If you kill the first level, you will be rewarded with 10,000 coins, and you will be promoted to corps commander. If you are the third level, you can join the Yongzhou Army!"

Damn it!

This is a military meritorious title in disguise. It is a rare opportunity, especially if you can join the Yongzhou Army at the third level, which is equivalent to having a golden job.

The Water Margin camp was originally a stupid young man, but with the opportunity to make money, he immediately aroused a fanatical fighting spirit.

Liu Bei was very satisfied.

The essence of war is to make money. Solving the crisis in Yuanshi County with a little money is extremely cost-effective.

Liu Xiao's eyes lit up. The county soldiers who were half-dead in his hands suddenly became more powerful. They were really transformed!

After reorganizing, go to bed early and get up early.

Early the next morning, I got up at the fourth watch and set off at the fifth watch.

Liu Bei and others led 300 county soldiers across the state border and advanced towards the bandit camp in Yuanshi County.

In order to ensure the physical fitness of the Water Margin camp, Liu Bei recruited a large number of mules and horses to form a semi-mule and horse march. At noon, he arrived behind the bandit camp.

Zhang Daji learned that Zhao Guojun troops were approaching and felt that fighting on two fronts was impossible.

Immediately ordered Zhang Laifu, Zhang Jinli and Zhou Ping to lead more than 800 people to work together to defeat the enemies in the rear.

With nearly three times the number of troops, and they heard that Zhao's county soldiers were all paper tigers, Zhang Laifu and the others did not hesitate to lead the attack, and even discussed how to divide the spoils.

In order to resist the firearms, Zhang Laifu took the lead in sending out sword and shield soldiers, Zhang Jinli surrounded them from the right, and Zhou Ping restrained them from the left, a typical encirclement of three and one.

But they didn't know that the leader of the Water Margin camp was Liu Baniu, the leader of Liu Bei's personal guards. He was quite outstanding in the Yongzhou army in terms of skill and tactics.

"Fuck, why are you surrounding three buildings? It's so boring!"

Liu Baniu pointed to Zhang Laifu's banner and said: "Behead the general with the first victory, seize the flag with the second victory, and if you want to be promoted and make a fortune, follow me!"

One hundred and seven strong men followed Liu Baniu's horses and rushed toward Zhang Laifu.

"I'm going!"

Looking at each of them looking like wolves and tigers, Zhang Laifu was a little confused. Who on earth said that Zhao Guo was a coward for the county soldiers?

However, the battle formation has been set up, and his subordinates are pressing forward. If you run away at this time, you will be chased by the opponent, and the death scene will only be more ugly.

Zhang Laifu could only hope that the other party was a good guy: "Kill him!"

The two armies clashed, Liu Baniu raised his hand and fired a shot, and the little leader who was running at the front fell down.

Ha, Liu Baniu was lucky and got a good start.

She put away the gun, pulled out the sword made of fine steel, and said with spring thunder: "Kill his mother!"

He stepped on his spurs and ran into a group of bandits.

Zhang Laifu underestimated the Water Margin camp. This group of newborn calves, led by Liu Baniu and stimulated by high bounties, all saw yellow copper coins and white money.

Before Zhang Jinli and Zhou Ping came into contact with the county soldiers, Zhang Laifu was hit in the face.

In just a moment, the Water Margin battalion punched through Zhang Laifu's front line and swept to both sides.

Swords flew wildly, spears stabbed wildly, and the bandits were beaten up and down, crying for their fathers and mothers.

Seeing that the battle situation was favorable, Ma Dai also issued an attack order.

"The Water Margin camp has a great victory, brothers, go and chop off the heads!"

Wow, nearly two hundred county soldiers were like tigers emerging from the cage. They rushed forward in an instant, surrounded Zhang Laifu and beat them up.

Zhang Jinli was stunned, and Zhou Ping was stunned.

This... Zhang Laifu is finished before we take action?

When a soft persimmon turns into a hard one, should we withdraw or withdraw?

Zhang Laifu's men lost half of their men, and they could no longer hold it any longer. According to the usual practice of bandits, they ran away if they couldn't be beaten.

Hurrah, turn around and run away. At this time, Zhang Jinli and Zhou Ping also retreated wisely. These are a bunch of ruthless people, let Zhang Daji deal with them.

As a result, Zhao's 300 county soldiers truly won their first victory.

After over a hundred levels were killed and nearly a hundred prisoners were taken, Zhang Laifu escaped quickly, taking only thirty or forty people with him, and almost the entire army was destroyed.

Zhang Daji was stunned. Even three times the force could not defeat the county soldiers. Who would believe it?

But Zhang Jinli and Zhou Ping both said that this group of county soldiers is indeed different, and they will definitely not be able to handle it if they have less troops.

Just when Zhang Daji decided to concentrate his superior forces to fight the Water Margin camp again, the gate of Yuanshi County opened, and thousands of soldiers and civilians marched out of the south gate, actively inviting the battle.
Chapter completed!