Can I get to the other side?

"Let me escape?"

Xu Huang sat up again after hearing this. After looking Lu Su up and down for a while, he sneered: "What tricks are you playing again?"

He was a general under Cao Cao. Now that he was caught, there was no reason to let him go. Moreover, Zhuge Liang had said today that he would sacrifice his head to the flag, so how could he be let go?

"General Xu, this statement is absolutely true."

Lu Su spoke sincerely, seeing that Xu Huang was still doubtful, he couldn't help but sigh deeply: "General Xu doesn't know something. I and Gong Jin are subordinate generals. Although they escaped death by submitting to the imperial court, they have always been excluded." , was treated coldly.”

"Today, Zhuge Liang was so arrogant that he openly humiliated Gong Jin and even severely injured him. This is really chilling."

"In this military camp... there is no place for me and Gong Jin anymore."

Lu Su's tone was full of unwillingness and anger.

Then he looked up at Xu Huang and continued: "So after I went back today, Gong Jin and I discussed privately. We both thought that rather than suffer such humiliation here, it would be better to go and seek refuge with Cao Gong."

"General Xu is a general under the command of Duke Cao. I am here just to help General Xu escape from death and to introduce me and the two of them to Duke Cao."

"There are many soldiers and horses in the Han army who are my old troops in Jiangdong. As long as Duke Cao is willing to accept us, we can abandon the dark side and join the bright side in an instant."

Lu Su explained his purpose simply and clearly.

His expression was extremely sincere.

After hearing this, Xu Huang was shocked and confused.

What was shocking was that Lu Su and Zhou Yu actually planned to betray the false emperor, and what was doubtful was whether this was true or false.

But after thinking for a while, he figured it out.

"If he can really let me escape, I won't have to die in the hands of the puppet army; as for whether what he said is true or false, I can let the lord judge after I go back."

Xu Huang thought secretly in his heart.

He couldn't judge, but he believed that with the resourcefulness of his lord and the counselors around him, he would be able to easily distinguish the true from the false.

It's best if it's true. Even if it's false, he can still survive. No matter what, it's not a loss.

Thinking of this, Xu Huang no longer hesitated and said to Lu Su: "If Sir and General Zhou really want to surrender, I will introduce you two to the lord."

"But now I am trapped in this prison, how can I escape?"

Hearing Xu Huang's agreement, Lu Su smiled slightly and continued: "It's not difficult to escape from this prison. I have bribed the soldiers in this prison. I just need to disguise General Xu as another prisoner and take him out."

"Please keep this letter, General Xu. It is written by Gong Jin to Duke Cao. Please pass it to Duke Cao, General Xu."

Lu Su said and took out a letter from his sleeve.

It was handed into Xu Huang's hands.

However, Xu Huang did not take it, but said: "Since you want to surrender, sir, it would be better for you to accompany me to see the lord in person."

"Besides, if you let me go, the puppet army will definitely find out what happened to you. By then, won't you be in danger?"

Xu Huang kept a secret and asked Lu Su to go back with him.

Lu Su didn't expect Xu Huang to say that, and couldn't help but frowned slightly, but immediately relaxed and nodded: "General Xu's words are reasonable. In this case, I will go with the general to see Duke Cao."

If he refuses now, it will definitely make Xu Huang suspicious. If even Xu Huang can't deceive him, let alone Cao Cao.

"good!"

Only then did Xu Huang smile.

Lu Su didn't say anything more, left the cell again, and soon brought a prisoner who was similar in stature to Xu Huang, and then untied the shackles on Xu Huang.

"General Xu, I have taken away the jailer here. Please quickly change into these clothes and follow me out of the prison."

Lu Su handed Xu Huang a set of soldiers' clothes and said.

"good!"

Xu Huang didn't think so, quickly changed into his armor and clothes, and then followed Lu Su out of the prison.

But on the way out, they happened to bump into the prison guard who was returning after drinking. However, with Lu Su's clever words, they easily got through without being discovered.

The two of them took advantage of the night to leave the Han army camp.

And came to a reed swamp by the river.

Lu Su pushed aside the reeds to reveal one of the boats and jumped on it, then called Xu Huang to board the boat.

Not long after, the two of them took a boat and headed towards Cao Jun on the other side of the river in the dark.

…

In the Han army camp, on the watchtower.

Zhuge Liang and Lu Bu were watching their every move, watching the light of the torch gradually fade away.

"Didn't you say that we would only let Xu Huang go back? Why did he follow us too?"

"Does he really want to join Cao Cao?"

Lu Bu said with some surprise and uncertainty. He had agreed before that he would just let Xu Huang go back, but he didn't ask Lu Su to follow him.

Could it be that this guy was really faking it?

Zhuge Liang shook his head and said: "If Lu Zijing is such a person, how can your majesty trust him so much?"

"It must have been Xu Huang's request. In order to gain trust, he had to go back with Xu Huang."

"But if this happens, he will be in danger."

Lu Su and Xu Huang went to Cao's camp in person, and they might be left there by Cao Cao. Even if they could defeat Cao Cao, Lu Su would not be able to survive.

"What should we do?"

Lu Bu was a little dumbfounded after hearing this.

Zhuge Liang sighed deeply: "Only God knows."

…

Cao Jun's military camp.

Although the night was already deep, Cao Cao had not slept yet. To be precise, it was difficult to fall asleep. At this time, he was standing on the deck looking at the Han army on the other side.

"My lord, it's a cold night, so put on some clothes."

Xu Chu came over holding a coat.

Cao Cao waved his hand to indicate that he would not use it, then sighed and asked: "Xu Chu, do you think this battle can be won?"

"certainly!"

Xu Chu replied without even thinking, without even a little hesitation.

Cao Cao was a little surprised when he heard this. He looked up at him and asked curiously: "Why are you so sure?"

Xu Chu chuckled and said, "Are we afraid that we won't win a battle with my lord here? Besides, we have more troops than the puppet army, our navy is also stronger, and we have advantages in all aspects."

"But lord, we have been confronting the puppet troops for several days, why not launch an attack directly?"

"Didn't my lord say before that you should wait for work in leisure?"

He didn't understand why he hadn't started a war with the opponent after such a long time, and why he had stayed put.

Cao Cao fell silent and did not answer Xu Chu.

Because he didn't know how to answer.

After hearing the news that Cao Ren and Xiahou Dun were killed in battle, he did have the idea of ​​​​fighting the Han army to the death.

And that's exactly what he did.

But after calming down, his idea wavered because it was too risky to start a war with the Han army now.

If he wins, it will only delay the imperial army's invasion of Jingzhou; if he loses, all the elites on his side will be destroyed.

He couldn't afford the consequences.

It's just that he has sailed to Haikou. If he immediately goes back on his word, his prestige will definitely be lost, so he cannot retreat.

His current plan is to stay and observe for a few more days.

If there is no movement from the Han army and he cannot find a suitable opportunity to attack, he will withdraw his troops and return to Changsha.

"It's nothing, go back and rest."

Cao Cao calmed down his thoughts, waved his hand and turned back to the cabin.

Xu Chu followed closely step by step.

But just as Cao Cao was about to enter the cabin, Le Jin hurried over and reported to him: "My lord, General Xu is back!"

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Cao Cao stopped when he heard this, turned to look at Le Jin, frowned and said, "General Xu? Which General Xu?"

"That's General Xu Huang, my lord!"

Le Jin's face was full of joy and he said: "General Xu just arrived at the south bank in a small boat, and with him was a counselor from the puppet army, who seems to be named Lu Su."

"According to what General Xu said, this Lu Su wanted to betray the puppet army and join the lord, so we let him go and came to see the lord with General Xu!"

Le said as if pouring beans into the bamboo tube.

After hearing this, Cao Cao suddenly showed a look of shock on his face. He was stunned for a while before he realized what he was doing and said quickly: "Quick! Take me there quickly!"

Cao Cao was really shocked by this news.

When the city of Xiangyang was destroyed, he thought Xu Huang was dead, but unexpectedly he was still alive and had even escaped!

By the way, I also brought Lu Su back!

He had heard about Lu Su's reputation. He was a good friend of Zhou Yu. He had served Sun Quan and made suggestions. After Sun Quan's defeat, he joined the court.

Such a person actually wants to come to him?

Cao Cao followed Le Jin out of the ship and came to the military camp stationed on the south bank, where Xu Huang and Lu Su were waiting while drinking hot wine.

It was too cold on the river at night. They came by boat and were shivering all over because of the cold wind. They were almost freezing.

"Lord!"

After seeing Cao Cao entering the camp, Xu Huang showed excitement and joy on his face. He immediately got up and went forward, kneeling down on one knee to salute.

"Huang failed my lord's orders, failed to defend Xiangyang City, and was captured by Lu Bu's traitor. Please punish me, lord!"

Cao Cao hurriedly stretched out his hand to help Xu Huang up, and said with great emotion: "Gongming, what are you talking about? It is not your fault that Xiangyang City was lost. It is a blessing that you can come back alive. Get up quickly."

Xu Huang fought bravely and was a general he valued.

Now that Cao Ren, Xiahou Dun, Xiahou Shang, Xia Houyuan, Cao Xiu, Cao Chun, Cao Hong and others have all died in the battle, his subordinates lack the ability to lead troops in battle. Xu Huang's return is undoubtedly a timely help.

"Thank you, my lord!"

Xu Huang then stood up, then turned slightly sideways and introduced to Cao Cao: "My lord, this is Mr. Lu Su and Mr. Lu Zijing. It was with the help of Mr. Lu that the last general was able to successfully escape from the puppet army."

"Sir, because he was a surrendered general, he was ostracized by the puppet army. Now he comes with me because he wants to defect to the lord."

Xu Huang briefly introduced Lu Su and his purpose.

Lu Su took a step forward, saluted Cao Cao and said, "I have seen Sikong."

Cao Cao narrowed his eyes and looked at Lu Su for a while, then suddenly smiled and said: "Sir, you helped Gong Ming escape, which is really a great achievement. I must thank you very much."

Just as Lu Sugu was about to speak, he saw Cao Cao's face turn cold instantly, and said with a cold face: "Here comes someone, tie him up, drag him out and behead him!"

As soon as he finished speaking, some guards came forward to capture Lu Su.

Everyone in the tent was stunned.

Cao Cao was saying he wanted to thank Lu Su just a moment ago, but as soon as he finished speaking, he immediately changed his face and wanted to kill him... Is this a thank you?

"Lord, why are you doing this?"

Xu Huang reacted and asked quickly, Lu Su was his savior after all, he couldn't just sit back and watch Lu Su die.

What's more, they are here to surrender!

Cao Cao glanced at Lu Su and said to Xu Huang: "Gongming, you were deceived by him. He pretended to surrender."

"Now that the two armies are facing each other, he suddenly released you and said he would surrender to me. Where in the world is there such a coincidence?"

"He surrendered in the name of surrender, but he was actually a spy!"

Cao Cao was so cunning that he was a master of conspiracy, so he would never believe that Lu Su was surrendering.

Xu Huang wanted to defend Lu Su, but Cao Cao did not say anything more. He waved his hand and ordered the guards to drag Lu Su out.

But at this time, Lu Su suddenly smiled.

"Heh, heh, heh..."

"Slow down."

Cao Cao raised his eyebrows, stopped the guards, and then asked Lu Su: "What are you laughing at? Do you have any last words?"

Lu Su's expression was calm, and he said lightly: "People say that Cao Gong knows how to use people, is eager to seek talents, and does not care about their background."

"Now I see that it is an exaggeration."

As he said this, Lu Su's face showed a trace of regret, closed his eyes and sighed: "Gongjin, Gongjin, you and I have made a mistake in choosing a person, and even made a wrong decision."

The tone was full of melancholy and unwillingness.

Cao Cao sneered and asked: "Oh? Listen to you, am I wrong?"

"Let him go, I want to hear how he wants to quibble."

After an order, the guards on both sides let go of Lu Su.

Lu Su calmly tidied up his appearance, and then said: "Gongjin and I were sincere in serving the court, but we were bullied because of our surrendered generals and the reputation of being rats in Jiangdong."

"Today, during the military meeting, Zhuge Liang humiliated Gongjin in public, saying that he was a surrendered general and unworthy of participating in military affairs."

"Gongjin just argued for a few words, and Zhuge Liang wanted to execute him according to military law. After my plea, he changed it to 100 military sticks."

"Poor Gongjin is weak, and he was seriously injured with only 30 military sticks and almost died."

"He and I are close friends, and we are both surrendered generals. Seeing him being bullied like this, how can I not empathize with him?"

"I thought that since the court could not accommodate the two of us, there would always be a place for the two of us here with Cao Gong, but I never thought that I still gave my true heart to the wrong person."

"Forget it, Cao Gong wants to kill him."

Lu Su sighed for a long time and closed his eyes to wait for death.

As if he had accepted his fate.

Cao Cao frowned deeply after hearing what he said. He didn't know there were such inside stories, so he looked at Xu Huang.

Xu Huang knew that Cao Cao was asking him, and he quickly said: "My lord, what Mr. Zijing said is true."

"Zhou Yu was indeed made difficult by Zhuge Liang and was seriously injured. I saw it with my own eyes."

Cao Cao frowned even deeper, and he became a little suspicious of Xu Huang. He narrowed his eyes and asked: "How did you see it?"

So Xu Huang told about the interrogation he had been given today, and the fact that the Han army was going to launch a general attack in three days and wanted to kill him as a sacrifice.