The Peerless God-level System of the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 86
Anlu County, within the county government office.

Liu Bei looked at Zhang Fei in disgrace, sighed, and then asked: "Yide, how many soldiers and horses have we lost?"

Zhang Fei was also very annoyed, and replied: "Brother, we lost a thousand soldiers, but it's a pity we didn't kill the thief general Huang Zhong."

Shu'er, who was eight feet long, with a face like a crown jade, wearing a lun scarf, and a crane cloak, entered the room with the air of a god, cupped his hands and said, "My lord, there are changes in Xiangyang."

This is when Liu Bei came to Xiangyang, he had to meet Zhuge Liang, a peerless genius. At first, Guan Yu and Zhang Fei refused to accept him, but Zhuge Liang was under pressure and forced Liu Bei to conquer Anlu and Shaxian consecutively in just ten days.

At this moment, Liu Bei had decided that Zhuge Liang was sent by the heavens to save him. He had been homeless for most of his life, and had gone through dozens of wars, big and small, but never had he been as handy as he is now.

"Military division, have you investigated the matter clearly?"

Zhuge Liang said calmly, "My lord, Liu Jingzhou is dying of illness. Cai Mao has no talent to tolerate others. He listened to treacherous words and asked my lord to return to Nanxin City in order to regain his military power."

Liu Bei paused, and exclaimed, "What should I do? Please help me with my military advisor."

"There will be some disobedience to military orders abroad."

Zhuge Liang replied resolutely, and said with a serious face: "Once Liu Jingzhou dies of illness, Jingzhou will be in chaos. Although the eldest son Liu Qi has virtue and talent, but he was not born by Mrs. Cai. At that time, Cai Mao will definitely support the youngest son Liu Cong. It will be here."

Zhang Fei said angrily from the side: "The dog thief Cai Mao, I was waiting to help him conquer Yuan Yao, but he stabbed me in the back. Please give me an order. I will go back to Xiangyang now."

Liu Bei quickly stopped Zhang Fei, and scolded: "Yi Dexiu is going to talk nonsense, Liu Jingzhou has been kind to us, how can you destroy his foundation."

"Military division, do we have any other way out?"

Zhuge Liang resolutely said: "Cai Mao is young and has lost virtue. If he is allowed to support Liu Cong, Jingzhou will perish. Why don't you take it yourself, my lord?"

Liu Bei said with a serious face: "This matter must never be done. Although I, Liu Xuande, am down and out, how can I take away my brother's foundation. Please don't mention this matter again in the future."

"My lord, if you don't take Jingzhou, Cao Cao will take it. At that time, the people of Jingzhou will be in dire straits, and it will be a catastrophe. Please think again, lord."

Zhuge Liang strongly remonstrated.

Liu Bei shook his head, and replied: "Cai Mao is incompetent, but my elder brother and eldest son Liu Qi, how can I turn my back on others? Don't mention it in the future as a military adviser. I, Liu Xuande, will never do such an ungrateful thing."

"My lord..."

"elder brother……"

Liu Bei remained silent, with a dignified expression, and waved his hands to stop the two of them.

Zhuge Liang knew that this matter could no longer be discussed today, so he could only knock from the side later.

Zhuge Liang said again: "My lord's benevolence and righteousness, Kong Ming admires him very much. Cai Mao is incompetent, and son Liu Qi is persecuted by him. Why don't you take advantage of Liu Jingzhou's ability to speak on behalf of your son Liu Qi and ask him to be the governor of Jiangxia and lead the army?" Five thousand villages are gathered in Nanxin City, so we can protect his life."

This is Zhuge Liang's decision after careful consideration. Jiangxia County is now divided into two, half in the hands of Yuan Yao and half in the hands of Liu Biao, and there are frequent wars. Liu Qi has always been a thorn in Cai Mao's side. Liu Qi was driven out of Xiangyang, so he will definitely not interfere with this matter.

In this way, Liu Bei will be grateful for Liu Qi's life-saving grace, and then Liu Bei will slowly plan.

"According to what the military master said."

Liu Bei nodded, and asked Ji again: "Military Master, now that the reinforcements from Xiling have arrived, how shall we deal with it?"

Zhuge Liang said quickly: "This battle is related to the prestige of the lord in Jingzhou. Even if you can't win a big victory, you must fight on. Let the famous people in Jingxiang know that Yuan Yao, who makes the people of Jingzhou tremble with fear, is not enough for the lord. fear."

Liu Bei pointed at Zhuge Liang with a smile, and said triumphantly: "Military Master, I knew it, you will definitely have a way."

After finishing speaking, Liu Bei was instantly refreshed, and asked Zhuge Liang, "Quickly tell me, what's the best strategy?"

"It's not a good idea."

Zhuge Liang waved his hand and said, "My lord, you can also see the current situation. The land of Jingyang has entered the rainy season. The rain is continuous and the roads are muddy. The soldiers are almost soaked in muddy water. It is very hard work, but Yuan Jun But it is easier than us to defend against a strong city."

Liu Bei thought so, nodded and said, "Military Master, this is what I'm most worried about. Cai Mao won't let me wait. If I don't make a quick decision, I'm afraid I will be criticized."

Zhuge Liang continued: "It is entirely foreseeable that the combat effectiveness of our Jingzhou army will decline sharply as the war continues. Let's put it bluntly, if we cannot capture Xiling within half a month, our army will definitely lose in this battle!"

"Half a month?"

Liu Bei frowned and said, "I'm afraid it will be difficult to capture Xiling within half a month."

Zhuge Liang hit the knot hard, and said in a deep voice: "So, the first battle of the siege is very important in the future!"

Liu Bei focused his eyes, and said in a deep voice: "Military division, you mean to attack the city with all your strength?"

"Yes, no more necessary probing attacks, and attack with all your strength once you make a move!"

Zhuge Liang said heartily: "Since ancient times, when attacking a city, one must first encircle it, pull out its periphery, fill in its ditch, then send out light troops to feign an attack, and finally throw in heavy troops to attack. Therefore, if our army does not hesitate to invest heavy troops directly A fierce attack may kill Yuan Jun by surprise and take Xiling in one fell swoop."

Liu Bei hesitated, frowned and said, "If you don't clear the periphery first and launch a fierce attack, the casualties may be serious."

Zhuge Liang replied: "Compared to step-by-step, steady advance, and a fierce attack as soon as it comes up, the casualties will of course be greater, but then again, if the initial battle is unfavorable, so that the battle is delayed for a long time, the casualties that our army will pay may be greater. Bigger, the lesser of two evils, I think it's totally worth paying some of the price."

Liu Bei made a decisive decision: "Good, just follow what the military teacher said!"

Liu Bei took it for granted, and immediately wrote a letter himself, asking his soldiers to rush back to Xiangyang overnight, first to communicate with Liu Qi, and then to rectify the army and horses, preparing to launch a strong attack on Xiling City.

Although the Jingzhou army was about to approach the city, Yuan Yao still did not give up on strengthening the outer fortifications.

Almost at the same time that Liu Bei was discussing with Zhuge Liang how to attack the city, Yuan Yao, accompanied by Li Ji and Gao Chong, was also inspecting the fortifications outside Xiling City.

The fortifications outside the city are mainly pits and trenches.

As for the distance, it is usually a stone's throw away from the city wall.

The trenches are open and the pits are dark, and the two are intertwined together to form an outer barrier that prevents the Jingzhou army from attacking the city.

When the Jingzhou army attacked the city, regardless of the advance of the infantry column or the siege equipment, the requirements for the flatness of the ground were extremely high. If there is a huge delay, this is the best time for the defenders to reap the lives of the attacking soldiers.

After the inspection, Yuan Yao said to Li Ji worriedly: "Military Master, the Jingzhou Army is coming menacingly, but the fortifications of Xiling City are far from complete. I'm afraid this city is not easy to defend."

Li Ji replied: "My lord, the rainy weather has entered right now, which is not good for the attacker but good for the defender. Therefore, it is expected that the Jingzhou Army will fight quickly and try to resolve the battle in a short time. What matters, I dare say that as long as our army can stop Jiangdong's army for five days, it will be able to stop them for five months!"

Yuan Yao exclaimed: "As long as you can stop the Jingzhou army for five days, can you stop it for five months?"

Li Ji said: "That's right, as long as the Jingzhou army is blocked for five days, the Jingzhou army will lose all spirit. At that time, the battle of Xiling will enter a stalemate. It will not be easy for the Jingzhou army to take Xiling City again."

Yuan Yao said: "If so, wouldn't the first five days be very dangerous?"

Li Ji nodded and said: "So, I suggest that General Huang should lead the cavalry battalion to stand by in the city. No matter where there is danger, the old general must lead the army to help immediately."

(End of this chapter)