Three Kingdoms: The Yellow Turbans finally revolt

Chapter 337 Test Diao Chan, Fishing Master

The war in Dongjun has come to an end for the time being.

Chen Lin, Guo Tu, and Yan Liang, Wen Chou, returned to Ruyang one after another and returned to Yuan Shao.

At first, several people thought that the battle lost more than half of the food and grass, and they would be fined by Yuan Gong. However, the result was beyond everyone's expectations. No words were mentioned, but it made several people uneasy.

Yuan Shao has always been the one who doesn't rub the sand in his eyes when he is lenient and jealous. When did he become so tolerant?

There must be a demon in the abnormal situation.

However, after a period of time, Yuan Shao still had no intention of pursuing it. Instead, after the start of spring plowing, he personally took charge of farming affairs, encouraging reclamation and expanding cultivation. The land has been revitalized.

Is this what happened?

Yan Liangwen Chou, who had suffered a defeat, still had no idea, until one day in March, Yuan Shao finally summoned them.

The two respectfully greeted Yuan Shao.

Yuan Shao cut straight to the point and said with a smile: "Wu Zi went to Lujiang and recruited a lot of recruits. Now the two generals' two battalions have been expanded into five battalions. We must hurry up and train them!"

Yan Liang and Wen Chou looked at each other for a while.

"Thank you, my lord!" The two replied with some trepidation.

Yuan Shao seemed to see something, so he said again: "The defeat of transporting grain is not a crime of war, the two generals should not be too harsh on themselves!"

Yan Liangwen looked at each other and listened in disbelief.

Unexpectedly, Yuan Shao stopped abruptly and said no more, so he bowed respectfully and took his leave.

In Nanyang County, in the camp outside Xixian County, Li Jue was watching Dong Zhuo's new order.

"Dong Gong is going to send a large army here again, planning to take Nanyang in one go?" Li Jue was a little puzzled, why Dong Gong suddenly made such a bold move.

Li Jue's assistant reminded: "The general has planned for a long time, if he sends a large army again, will his plan be ruined?"

definitely will!Li Jue understood that it would be difficult to lure Sun Jian once the support arrived.

The official lowered his voice, "General, I found out by riding a sentry post that Sun Jian's army has transported a lot of food recently, and now there is no food problem."

Li Jue's eyes lit up, which showed that Sun Jian was more confident and more likely to get angry.

"Okay! Order the former army to plunder outside Wancheng and make the noise bigger. I don't believe that Sun Jian won't take the bait!" Li Jue clenched his fists, unwilling and expecting.

On the other hand, in Sun Jian's camp, the generals who received food and grass were singing and dancing. They swallowed the words that scolded Yuan Shu for being a coward, and became "Yuan Gongyingming" one by one.

Not long after, a sentry came to report that Dong Zhuo's army had plundered the people in various places outside Wan County.

"These bastards!" Cheng Pu scolded, "Master, the situation outside Wan County is enough to show that Li Jue's main force has already moved eastward, threatening Wan County. This is a rare opportunity, and it is time for our army to implement the plan."

"What De Mou said is also my idea just now, why not follow the original plan and act immediately!"

Huang Gai Zu Mao and others all clamored to agree.

"Action! Action! Action!"

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In mid-March, Zhang Liao had already returned to Wei County, but there was still no news from Dong Zhuo.

During this period of time, Liu Qing lived at leisure, playing music and dancing with Diao Chan when he had nothing to do, a bit indulging in Diao Chan's gentleness.

Liu Qing said: I am not simply addicted, I am crazy to test Diao Chan's bottom line and give her a chance to be a demon.

However, nearly four months have passed since marrying Diao Chan, and Diao Chan is doing as usual, without any strange behavior, which makes Liu Qing doubt himself.

Could it be that Wang Situ was wrong?
Could it be that Diao Chan at this time is just a blank slate, and Wang Yun has not placed any political demands on her?

Liu Qing still didn't quite believe it.

Of course, Liu Qing also suspects another point now, that is, Diao Chan is a pure marriage, and Wang Yun has no other thoughts. As Liu Qing's identity as Bohai King and State Shepherd, as an official in Taiyuan, he can naturally take care of the Taiyuan Wang family. Rather, it is the closest possible.

Liu Qing looked at Diao Chan's dancing posture and fell into deep thought, until the drums fell silent, Diao Chan swayed after dancing, and threw herself into Liu Qing's arms.

"Your Majesty seems to have something on his mind?" Diao Chan's melodious voice rang in her ears.

Liu Qing hugged the man in his arms, smiled at him, and said, "I am carefree, what can I worry about, Diao Chan's dancing is really good, it's really pleasing to the eye!"

Diao Chan smiled sweetly, and replied: "Your Majesty's thoughts are all written on his face, I wonder if I can talk to my concubine?"

"It's fine, I'm just worried about Gongsun Zan, afraid that he might mess things up, and about Luo Yang..." Liu Qing suddenly stopped, looking at Diao Chan warily.

She finally took the initiative to care about Liu Qing's affairs!
But these words sounded like just a word of concern, maybe I was too sensitive.

"As far as Luoyang is concerned, the recommendation has not yet come to fruition, and I don't know why there is such a delay in setting up a governor of Qingzhou. It's not about Qingzhou Mu!" Liu Qing continued, adding a complaint.

"Your Majesty is now sitting in the land of the three states. He is powerful and feared by others, and the imperial court is no exception. Perhaps there are too many voices of opposition from the imperial court."

Diao Chan explained, but Liu Qing still felt very reasonable, and smiled at him, "Diao Chan knows a lot! I don't know if Wang Situ will support me."

With Liu Qing's words, it can be said that he rushed directly to the tower.

Looking at Diao Chan, Diao Chan's eyes were mellow, quiet as usual, and she replied: "The adoptive father once said that there are many wars in Jizhou, and there are many troubles in Bingzhou. Without the king of Bohai, there will be no difficulty in safety! The adoptive father was born in Taiyuan, and the king favored Bingzhou and protected him." Taiyuan will definitely support the king."

It sounds fine, but it's a pity that Wang Yun's heart is still with Yuan Shi, and his stand is firm or pedantic, so it's hard to judge.

After Bohai King's "Happy Time" ended, Liu Qing convened all the staff to discuss matters. Except for the four staff, it happened that Tian Feng came back from Zhongshan to report on his work.

Tian Feng took the lead in briefly explaining the current situation in the grain market in Zhongshan County. After Yuan Zhen cooperated, the Battle of Hedong took place for this reason. Later, Liu Qing ordered the suspension of cross-state transportation of grain. Naturally, Yuan Zhen's cooperation came to nothing. .

"My lord, like the Zhen family, they can't be arrogant now. As long as the ban lasts for a day, they will never recover." Tian Feng said.

Liu Qing smiled, expressing his pleasure.

"Yuan Hao has worked hard. If there is no serious matter in Zhongshan, he can stay in Yecheng in the future. It will be convenient for the officials of the three counties to supervise. Zhongshan's affairs can be handed over to the county magistrate." Liu Qing said.

"Here!" Tian Feng replied.

"Wen Ruo, is there any difficulty in spring plowing?"

Xun Yu replied, "My lord, the only problem is the lack of cattle."

It is a typical case of pulling eggs with too big steps. With the massive development of land, the production of Quyuanli may still be able to keep up, but the farming cattle can only be born from generation to generation, just like population.

"Looking back, I'll ask Qian Ying and order a batch from a foreigner."

"My lord, there is another piece of good news. General Zhang Xiu has occupied the entire Hetao area. As the lord said, there are abundant water plants and dense river networks. It can be called the top of the south of the Yangtze River."

That is!In addition to the Hetao granary, there will be a Northeast granary in the future!

Liu Qing changed the subject, "Tell me about Youzhou."

Ju Shoudao: "Gongtai sent a letter saying that because of the close relationship between Wuhuan and Liu Yu in the territory, almost everyone agrees that Liu Yu, Gongsun Zan, has assembled an army of [-] on the border, and is planning to formally attack Fuyu."

"Have you not negotiated? As long as Fuyu declares his allegiance to the Dahan and accepts the transformation, he can also obtain various advanced technologies from the Dahan." Liu Qing asked.

The staff members looked at each other in blank dismay, apparently they had not yet mastered such an advanced "attack" concept.

Liu Qing sighed, "If you must go, I might as well leave early."

Liu Qing intends to go to Youzhou and Fuyu in the near future, and the affairs of the Central Plains can be done step by step.

At this time, Zhang Liao said: "My lord, according to what Xu Taishou said, Yuan Jun's cavalry is imitating our army. They have strong horses and excellent armor. General Fan Chou's death in battle may be caused by this kind of cavalry. In addition, Chen Wang said The first time I participated in the battle, I have already left the field to make it clear that under King Chen’s tent, there are about 4000 crossbowmen with full combat effectiveness. If our army is not well-protected, I am afraid that this battle will suffer a big loss.”

Crossbowmen, right? Liu Qing thought about it, and I have one too!

Time flies like an arrow, about five days later, the appointment and dismissal order of the imperial court finally came, and Ju Shou was about to take office.

Liu Qing deliberately took Cai Yan to Jushou's mansion to congratulate him, not in the name of the king, but just like in the past when Jushou took care of him.

The two had dinner and drank some wine at the house.

"Uncle Ju, the turmoil in Qingzhou has not stopped, the Yellow Turban has not been cleared, and Kong Rong in Beihai died unexpectedly. After you go, you must be careful, and if you are in danger, return to Wei County as soon as possible. Don't be afraid of losing any cities and land. They will always be there. Even if you lose it, you can get it back!" Liu Qing said.

"Don't worry, I'm measured."

Liu Qing glanced at Cai Yan, Cai Yan immediately ordered the servant girl to take a wooden brocade box and handed it over.

The wooden box was opened, and inside was a jujube crane cloak, embroidered with cloud patterns, and the workmanship was very fine.

"This dress was made by Zhao Ji. It has been made on and off for almost a year. It can be regarded as Zhao Ji's filial piety."

Liu Qing is heartless, he can give Ju endless money and a high status, but it seems that he has no intentions until Cai Yan proposes to make clothes, and Liu Qing definitely agrees with both hands.

Jushou took the wooden box, and for a moment he didn't know how to be grateful, but felt a pang in his heart.

Obviously, Cai Yan was not given as a gift as a queen, but as Liu Qing's wife and filial piety to his uncle.

Ju Shou suppressed his excitement, and nodded to Liu Qing and Cai Yan, which was simple gratitude.

"Uncle Ju, you will leave tomorrow, take Junyi there, I don't worry if there is no one around."

Jushou nodded, he really needs help to go to Qingzhou.

Because of the chaos in Qingzhou, there is indeed no delay.

The next day, everyone sent off to the South Gate, and the hospitality was hard to turn down. Jushou put on the new clothes directly, the maroon color was generous and extravagant, and now that Jushou was taking office, he looked very high-spirited.

The old man Tian Feng looked at it again and again, and felt that Jushou's clothes were not simple, and it was not the Chinese New Year, and it was not the time for the season change, so why would there be new clothes for old things.

Dressed so coquettishly, it's obviously showing off.

In the strong wind, the banners on the top of the city were ringing, Jushou stood in the middle, and behind him was the square formation of Zhang Yun and his euphorbia soldiers.

"Uncle Ju, safe journey, soon, this king will come to Qingzhou to see you in person!" Liu Qing laughed.

"My lord, everyone, just leave now!" Ju Shou bowed his hands to the crowd, then got on his horse and led the horse away...

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"My lord, there is no one in the barracks! I'm afraid they have already withdrawn to Xi County." Zu Mao reported to Sun Jianhui.

"No one? Strange, even the camp outside the city has given up, what the hell is Li Jue doing!"

Cheng Pu said: "My lord, it means that Li Jue can't take care of each other. In order to avoid complications, he had to withdraw the soldiers in the battalion to Xixian County. I dare to conclude that the defense of Xixian County must be empty."

Huang Gai: "Then let's attack the county directly?"

Sun Jian remained silent, staring at the map in a daze, waiting for Han Dang to come back.

"Report-"

"General Han is back!"

Sun Jian was overjoyed immediately, and went out of the tent to greet him. The group of people did not understand why they followed him. They knew that Han Dang was going to perform a mission, but they didn't know what it was.

"Yi Gong, how is it?" Sun Jian asked impatiently.

"My lord, you can't attack Xixian County. Li Jue's army must be in ambush. After the last general went to the periphery of Wan County to check around, the so-called 'looting' is just a small fight. A small group of cavalry is quickly looting and destroying. It is used to create the illusion that Li Jue's army is in Wancheng."

Sun Jian took Han Dang's hand and walked into the camp. The two came straight to Tutu.

Han Dang immediately clicked on the map: "Here! The harassing cavalry is in this area. There is a whole army and horses, with more than a hundred cavalry. Li Jue must hope that we will do our best to attack the city, but we will not."

"Zumao! You lead five hundred cavalry and continue this road to Wan County. You must eliminate the small army of soldiers. Without bait, let's see how Li Jue still fishes!"

"Hahaha!" The generals laughed, "My lord is wise!"

Cheng Pu said: "My lord, what should I do with this tent?"

Sun Jian was stunned. Although this place is good, it is still too close to Xi County, and it is easy to be attacked.

"Burn it!" Sun Jian said.

The raging fire ignited, and even the head of Xixian County was watching. Li Jue looked at the fire and smoke in the distance, and punched hard on the stone wall, scratching the skin.

"Report-"

"General Qi, the fire in the barracks outside the city, will you send someone to rescue?"

Li Jue gave up, "Sun Jian could have used this camp as a basis to attack Xi County. Now that the camp has been burned, he will no longer plan to attack Xi County."

In other words, the first round of fishing failed.

But Li Jue was not discouraged, because the bait was still there!

"Pass down the order and quickly count the two thousand fine riders. Since the fish refuse to take the bait, this general intends to catch the fish himself!"

"General, if you leave, won't Xi County be in danger?"

Li Jue was very confident: "As I said, Sun Jian burned down the camp, and he saw through my trick to lure the enemy. He will not attack Xi County again."

All the generals nodded one after another, praising Li Jue for being wise and resourceful!

At this time, it was almost dusk, but Li Jue did not stop, but under the cover of night, a cavalry went straight out of Xi County, headed north, and headed for Wan County by detour.

He ran to Li Jue for his bait.

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