Rejuvenation of the Han Dynasty in the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 380
Jiang Qin left Xuyi overnight with 200 people, sailed in from the east lake, and was soon discovered by patrolling bandits, who escorted them to an isolated island.

Minoru had heard of Jiang Qin's name a long time ago, so he didn't dare to be negligent, so he hurriedly ordered someone to report. When Chang Xi heard that Jiang Qin was coming to vote, he hurriedly ordered someone to invite him to meet him alone.

Chang Xi was worried that Cao Cao would not come to fight these few days. He knew that Cao Cao was scheming, so he was afraid of some conspiracy, so he hid in the lake all day and did not dare to send anyone to visit him.

Jiang Qin came to Dazhai alone, met Chang Xi, clasped his fists and said: "Jiang Qin in Xiajiang, I met the king."

Chang Xi hurriedly got down from his seat to greet him, and said with a big laugh, "Brother Jiang, you don't need to be polite, what kind of wind brought you here?"

Jiang Qin lowered his head and sighed, and said helplessly: "In the past, Zhou Tai and I relied on our strength and refused the invitation of Chief Que to join the gang, thinking that we would be able to fight vigorously in the Yangtze River area. Unexpectedly, Sun Jian came to Jiangdong and attacked us several times. It's really no match for him."

Chang Xi naturally knew how powerful Sun Jian was, so he nodded and said, "Sun Jian is known as the Jiangdong Tiger. He was feared by Dong Zhuo when he challenged Dong in the past. I heard that his son, Sun Ce, is also very brave. Easy to deal with."

Jiang Qin smiled wryly and said: "Now Cao Cao leads the army to invade Yangzhou, Sun Jian leads the army to go north, we fought in Ruxu, Zhou Tai was killed, and the brothers were killed and scattered, alas..."

Chang Xi saw the bandaged wound on his arm, with blood oozing out, and said, "Brother, don't worry, you can rest assured when you get here."

Jiang Qin thanked him with his fists clasped, and sighed: "We wanted to vote for Cao Cao, but we didn't want Cao Mengde to flood Shouchun, killing many fathers and fellow villagers, including my relatives. I am at odds with the Cao thief. I heard that the king is here with you." The Cao thieves fought and defeated the Cao army, so they came here with brothers to help the king, and I also asked the king to avenge me, and I am willing to obey my orders from now on!"

Chang Xi rejoiced and said, "Haha, Cao Jun's men don't understand water warfare at all, so there's nothing to be afraid of! Since Brother Jiang sincerely came to vote, this huge Fuling Lake naturally has a piece of territory for brothers. If you come, God help me too!"

Jiang Qin said: "Cao Cao has lost the battle and is recruiting naval troops everywhere to train and prepare for the battle. It seems that it will take at least two or three months. Your Majesty must make preparations early."

Chang Xi laughed and said, "I have brothers to help me. After you recover from your injuries, you will be in charge of training all the brothers in this village. Even if Cao Cao has thousands of troops, why should he be afraid?"

Jiang Qin was humble, and Chang Xi ordered his subordinates to be taken to the camp, and they arranged the camp. While preparing a banquet to celebrate, Chang Xi greeted Jiang Qin.

Yin Li and others were also accompanying them. Many leaders had heard the names of Zhou Tai and Jiang Qin. They were not invited by Que Xuan before, but now they took the initiative to seek refuge with Chang Xi. gather together.

At this time, Cao Junying had secretly dispatched dozens of small boats in the upper reaches of the Huaihe River to salvage water and grass and pile them in the cabins. In addition, Zhou Tai ordered people to cut down bamboo to make arched bamboo rafts, which were also wrapped in cowhide quilts and used as shields around the boats. .

Cao Chun personally took the soldiers and the recruited peasants to nail the bamboo pieces to the bottom of the boat. The small boats were left alone for the time being, and the bottoms of all the big boats were covered with a layer, so there was no fear of thieves digging the boats.

A few days later, Zhou Tailai reported that everything was ready, Cao Cao couldn't wait, and immediately issued an order to raise the tent. The three armies beat drums and shouted in the water village, and the warships were dispatched. The [-] ships in front were all sailors brought by Zhou Tai.

The movement in the water village alarmed the bandits, and the minions hurriedly sailed to report to Changxi.Chang Xi didn't expect Cao Cao to come so fast, so he immediately ordered Yin Li to lead the people to defend first, lead the big ship himself, and then supervise the formation.

Jiang Qin heard the sound of drums and the noise of people in the village, so he also came to look for Chang Xi, and said anxiously: "I didn't expect Cao Cao to be so eager to fight. It's a pity that I am still injured and can't carry a knife. Otherwise, I will definitely lead the battle for the king."

Chang Xi was full of confidence, and said with a smile: "My dear brother, don't worry, Cao Cao's navy has not yet been trained, and it is completely vulnerable. You can rest assured of your injuries. After the king wins, come to celebrate at night."

Jiang Qin sighed again and again, looking very guilty, and said with a stamp of his feet: "Cao Cao has a lot of tricks, and I am afraid that there will be another ambush along the lake. If he comes to attack from other places, he has to guard against it. Although I can't fight the enemy, but You can help the king guard the village, so as not to worry about the future of the king."

Chang Xi recalled that Cao Cao sent people to sneak attack on Sishuikou before, but Chen Yu blocked him. This time, he suddenly went to battle, and maybe he really wanted to launch another sneak attack. He deeply felt that Jiang Qin's words were justified.

Immediately, several leaders were called over and told everyone: "This king will go out to fight, and Jiang Qin will guard the village. You must obey his orders and be careful not to be attacked by Cao's army."

Everyone took orders, Chang Xi stepped on the warship, laughed and said: "This time, this king will teach Cao's army not to leave a piece of armor!"

After the warship left, Jiang Qin and the others returned to the stronghold, took out the wine hidden in the stronghold, and said to the crowd, "From now on, I will be in the stronghold, and I will have to take care of you, brothers. Just hand over the patrolling to the people." Let my brothers do it, and let everyone get drunk."

Everyone respected Jiang Qin's reputation, and seeing that he valued him so much, everyone was happy, and since he didn't have to go on patrol, he was happy to eat, drink and sneak away.

Jiang Qin tried to persuade everyone to drink, but after a while, seeing that everyone was slightly drunk, he said: "Everyone drink slowly, I will go and check it myself, especially the two captives, I have to check it myself before I can rest assured."

Everyone laughed unceasingly, holding their wine bowls and drinking happily. Jiang Qin also swayed out of the lobby, turned around the stone wall outside Dazhai, and instantly stood up straight without feeling drunk.

Turning around a pond, I saw someone waiting in front of me and asked, "How is the situation?"

The entourage replied: "Two teams were sent out to patrol just now, and now there are less than 500 people left on the island."

Jiang Qin's eyes were dimmed, and he walked quickly to the cell. At this time, he heard the sound of drums in the distance, and there was a faint cry of killing. The two armies must have started to confront each other.

There were only four guards in the cell. Jiang Qin sent them to rest in the stronghold. When he opened the cell door, he saw that the two men were dressed in tatters and looked haggard. He hurriedly stepped forward and asked, "May I ask who is Cao Wenlie?"

Cao Xiu raised his head, his eyes were stubborn under his disheveled hair, and he sneered hoarsely, "Finally... Is my fame in this life still going to be ruined by Xiao Xiao's thieves?"

Jiang Qin drew out his knife and cut off the cowhide ropes between Cao Xiu and Li Tong, and said, "I was sent by General Cao to rescue you two, so it's inconvenient to talk here, I wonder if you still have the strength to act?"

Cao Xiu was startled, then twisted his neck, rubbed his wrists, gritted his teeth and said, "Don't say it's action, even killing thieves, I can kill a hundred in one go!"

Li Tong nodded aside and said, "I was plotted against on the water, and I will take revenge for this revenge!"

Jiang Qin said: "Chang Xi is taking orders to fight General Cao. We happen to be working in the village. Now there are two hundred brothers available. I have a plan. Please cooperate with the two generals."

Cao Xiu was grateful to Jiang Qin for taking the risk to save people and nodded: "Brother, you don't have to be polite. You just tell me how to act."

(End of this chapter)