At the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty

Speaking of the qualifications of being an official in Luoyang, Zhang Liao's qualifications are even higher than that of Lu Bu.

He Jin died, Dong Zhuo was in power, Dong Zhuo still had the post of Bingzhou Shepherd on him at that time, Zhang Liao was from Bingzhou, he had nowhere to go in Luoyang, and when he heard that Lu Bu, who also belonged to Bingzhou, surrendered Dong Zhuo, he simply surrendered Dong Zhuo.

Under Dong Zhuo's command, because he was from Bingzhou, Zhang Liao naturally had a good relationship with Lu Bu, and also had a close relationship with Wang Yun.

They formed the Bingzhou Group together, and as the main force killed Dong Zhuo, counterattacked, and took charge of the government. They thought that the good days were coming, but Wang Yun was defeated quickly.

The days when the Bingzhou Group was in charge of the government were over. Under such circumstances, Zhang Liao could only flee for his life with Lu Bu.

But under his command, Zhang Liao has a position of two thousand stones, maintaining a certain degree of independence, and he is not a complete subordinate of Lu Bu.

Also closely related to Lu Bu is Zhang Yang, the prefect of Hanoi.

The three were the only three remaining forces of the Bingzhou Group after the Chang'an Mutiny. When Lu Bu went north to join Yuan Shao, he also contacted Zhang Yang and sought asylum at Zhang Yang.

But because of the pressure from Li Jue and Guo Si, Lu Bu had to go north to seek refuge with Yuan Shao.

Zhang Liao followed Lu Bu all the way, looking for a place to settle down. Because he was educated, literate and knowledgeable, he would give Lu Bu some advice.

Facing such a situation now, it is time for Zhang Liao to make suggestions.

Zhang Liao thought about it.

"General, Guo Zifeng is good at fighting. If we go rashly, we may not be able to succeed. This is just Yuan Shao's plan because he doesn't want to accept the general."

"Of course I know that."

Lu Bu sighed and shook his head: "I was a little excited at first, but now that I think about it, it's true. Yuan Benchu ​​wanted to use me to attack Guo Peng and give him a chance to breathe, but this might be an opportunity for us. .”

Lv Bu was fed up with the days of wandering and wandering, and he really wanted a place to settle down. He said this, and Zhang Liao agreed.

As their backing and allies, as long as they can open up the situation in Yanzhou, they will definitely be favored by Yuan Shao and gain a place to settle down. .

The only problem now is that Guo Peng is strong and good at fighting, and his army has strong combat effectiveness. He has many generals who can fight under his command, which left a deep influence on Lu Bu.

In the battle in Luoyang back then, Lu Bu had confronted Guo Peng head-on, had experienced Guo Peng's strength, and felt that Guo Peng was very difficult to deal with.

"Guo Zifeng is good at fighting. If we invade Yanzhou, we must fight Guo Zifeng as an enemy. Yuan Shao is not Guo Zifeng's opponent, so he wants to force us to deal with Guo Zifeng. Fengxian, have you thought about what to do?"

Gao Shun stood up and asked Lu Bu.

Lu Bu looked at Gao Shun.

"I don't want to live under the fence anymore. I was driven from Guanzhong to Yuzhou, and then from Yuzhou to Hebei. Wait, don't you feel that such a life of ups and downs can't continue?"

Lu Bu's words are also the inner thoughts of the entire Bingzhou Group. Everyone escaped from death, not because they want to continue to be displaced, but because they want a place where they can settle down.

Yuan Shao and Yuan Shu were so famous that Lu Bu dared not do anything.

To the west is the Liangzhou Group that hates them to the bone, not to mention it.

Xuzhou is too far away, with Guo Peng in the middle.

Then at a glance, the only ones who can do it are Guo Peng's territory.

"Guo Zifeng is just the shepherd of Qingzhou, and Yanzhou was not appointed by the imperial court. If I take him, wouldn't I have a righteous name? Do I have to be afraid that Guo Zifeng will fail?"

Lu Bu has already made a decision.

Zhang Liao understood Lu Bu's thoughts, Gao Shun also understood Lu Bu's thoughts, and the rest of the generals also understood Lu Bu's decision.

So the decision was passed.

Looking at the majestic Lu Bu, Zhang Liao felt a little worried.

There is no other reason. Guo Peng has a strong ability to command troops, and he has led the army to win many battles. He is a famous general recognized by the world.

Although this battle was a sudden attack, the odds of winning were high, but once Guo Peng was aroused and he fought with all his strength, he might not be able to win in the end.

Even if he wins, he will have a death feud with Guo Peng. Guo Peng relies on Yuan Shu and has Yuan Shu's support. Attacking Guo Peng is tantamount to offending both Yuan Shu and Guo Peng at the same time. Lu Bu must be tied to death in Yuan Shao The chariot is on.

Yuan Shao...

While Guo Peng was not playing sneak attacks, he was not Guo Peng's opponent. Instead, he was defeated by Guo Peng's counterattack. Not to mention the loss of troops, he was also deprived of the population of Qinghe Kingdom and Bohai County.

He has the title of the fourth generation and the third lord, but it is difficult to live up to the reputation. After Zhang Liao's observation, he found that Yuan Shao was not as broad-minded, kind, and philanthropic as the rumors said, and his influence was not as powerful as others claimed.

To the north was Gongsun Zan, and to the south were Guo Peng and Yuan Shu. Yuan Shao had no helpers around, and he was facing enemies on both sides. If no one relieved him of the pressure, he would be very dangerous.

He was worried that Guo Peng would take the opportunity to attack him, so he asked Lu Bu to take advantage of him to attract Guo Peng's attention and hinder Guo Peng's actions.

However, Lu Bu wanted a place where he could settle down, which was Yanzhou, which was a good choice.

With Yuan Shao at his back, no worries in the rear, Yuan Shao also needs Lu Bu's help to contain Guo Peng, if he really wants to succeed, it may not be a good choice.

The question now is that if the alliance with Guo Peng and Yuan Shu is really to become a deadly enemy, can Yuan Shao become the one he can rely on?

Different from Lu Bu and his group of fighters, Zhang Liao was quite politically minded, good at standing in line and speculating, he found his way in the dangerous chaos of Luoyang and Chang'an, and saved himself.

To be able to survive in Luoyang and Chang'an, two places where Guo Peng can't avoid, where the death rate is extremely high, with the resume of General He Jin's old army, how can it work without any skills?

So Zhang Liao thought more and further.

Must be bound with Lu Bu?

As soon as this thought came up in his mind, the past that Zhang Liao had buried in his heart for several years was uncovered.

That was probably in the Zhongping period, three or four years ago, five or six years ago.

Zhang Liao was still a small official in Yanmen County at that time, and he had not had time to be appreciated by Ding Yuan and became his subordinate.

At that time, Zhang Liao had been recruited by Guo Peng, who was then the prefect of Shanggu.

It is said that Guo Peng's subordinates lacked talents at that time, and he heard people talk about Zhang Liao's reputation in Yanmen, so he came here because of his reputation.

Zhang Liao actually felt a little strange, I am a native of Bingzhou, you are the prefect of Youzhou, and you called me to be an official?

At that time, the great Han was far from the troubled times, and the Emperor Ling was still alive. Of course Zhang Liao felt that it was not feasible, so he declined on the grounds of taking care of his mother, and the other party did not insist.

Now Zhang Liao couldn't help but have reverie, would it be better if he agreed to Guo Peng's solicitation at that time?

After becoming an official under his command, he developed along with him, became a shepherd of Qingzhou and then occupied Yanzhou. The power has developed so well, do I still have to live in a homeless place like now?

Zhang Liao knew that it was meaningless to assume, but it was precisely because he had an opportunity that he felt regretful now.

Now under Lu Bu's command, he has to fight against Guo Peng again, and fight against him. It is not yet known whether he can win.

No matter how you look at it, I don't think this is a reliable decision.

Chapter 277 .270 Han Hao who looks eastward

Zhang Liao didn't like betrayal.

Although he doesn't like Lu Bu in his heart.

In particular, Lu Bu still killed the person who first appreciated and promoted his superior, Ding Yuan.

If it weren't for Lu Bu being from Bingzhou, Zhang Liao would have to rely on him to survive, and he wouldn't be where he is today.

But things had come to this, although Lu Bu was unfaithful and unrighteous, he had the kindness of protecting Zhang Liao, and he had to repay Zhang Liao's kindness, let alone repay his kindness like Lu Bu did.

Zhang Liao will not allow himself to be looked down upon like Lu Bu.

I am sure that I will not die for Lu Bu, but I will do what I can for Lu Bu, and repay this kindness. If it is useless after hard work, then it is useless.

What should be said, what should be done, as for what to do next, it is beyond my expectation.

Two days later, on June 27, Lu Bu received two thousand soldiers, horses, grain, grass and weapons supported by Yuan Shao from Yuan Shao, and led his team to the south.

They recruited troops along the way, and by the time they arrived in Hanoi County, the number had expanded to 3000.

Zhang Yang, the prefect of Hanoi County, was an old colleague and old friend of Lu Bu and Zhang Liao in Bingzhou. He was also promoted by Ding Yuan, and he also had complicated feelings for Lu Bu.

However, under the circumstance that Lu Bu killed Dong Zhuo, it was almost a crime, as one of the few colleagues in Bingzhou, Zhang Yang still forgave and protected Lu Bu. It was like this last time, and it is still like this this time.

When Lv Bu arrived in Hanoi County and settled the army, he went to visit Zhang Yang and told him about Yuan Shao's plans and his own plans.

"Are you going to Yanzhou? That's Guo Zifeng's territory. Fengxian, I want to remind you that Yuan Benchu ​​himself can't beat Guo Zifeng. Now I want you to go against Guo Zifeng. Can't you see your intentions?"

Zhang Yang was very surprised.

Lu Bu drank a glass of wine, shook his head and smiled wryly.

"If I succeed, he will be willing to present me as the shepherd of Yanzhou, and I will have a place to live and live. Uncle Zhi, I don't want to wander around anymore and be chased around by people."

Zhang Yang suddenly didn't know what to say.

At that time Lu Bu wanted to come to join him, but to be honest, his temple was small and his influence was small, and he wanted to protect Lu Bu, but Lu Bu could not trust him.

Zhang Yang couldn't say anything, but he also felt helpless in his heart. Seeing Lu Bu like this, he sighed and said, "Let me subsidize you with some soldiers, horses, food and grass, so as to increase your chances of winning. If you win Chenliu County, you will be next to me." , I will help you as much as I can."

"Uncle Zhi!"

Lu Bu was very happy immediately, and held Zhang Yang's hand: "Until today, I didn't know Uncle Zhi's feelings for me!"

"Ugh……"

Zhang Yang said with a wry smile: "After all, there are only a few of us old brothers who came out of Bingzhou, and we can help if we can."

Lu Bu nodded immediately.

He didn't feel Zhang Yang's slight blame for killing Ding Yuan to him at all.

Zhang Yang is still very interesting, if he says sponsorship, he will sponsor it.

A Hanoi county dispatched three thousand soldiers to sponsor Lu Bu, which was more generous than Yuan Shao who occupied the entire Jizhou, and the difference between his own people and outsiders could be seen at a glance.

Lu Bu prepared his troops for battle in a hurry, creating a great momentum, which attracted the attention of many people in Hanoi.

Among these Hanoi people, there is a man named Han Hao who is particularly concerned about this matter.

In order to find out more information, he also sent his family's trilogy to spy on relevant news, striving to be complete and accurate.

In fact, this matter had nothing to do with Han Hao. After all, he was no longer an official and had already stepped down.

Since Yuan Shao himself destroyed the League of Discussing Dong, and the original Hanoi prefect Wang Kuang also died, Han Hao lived in seclusion and did not care about political affairs.

But in recent years, the signs of troubled times have become more and more obvious. He intends to live in seclusion, but he can't help worrying about himself and the future of his family.

Accustomed to seeing life and death, Han Hao deeply felt that it was difficult for ordinary tyrants to survive without support, so he came up with the idea of ​​becoming an official again.

Look around.

Zhang Yang doesn't think about it.

Forget about Yuan Shao, Han Hao despised the chief culprit who killed the old master.

Forget it, Yuan Shu, with the aura of a rogue, ran around everywhere, and he was very far away.

Guanzhong in the west...don't even think about it.

Then I can only look eastward, looking at Guo Peng and Guo Zifeng who have repeatedly made great achievements in leading the army and breaking the Yellow Turban.

The appearance of a famous general, the demeanor of a famous scholar, he learned from Lu Zhi, was friendly with Cai Yong and Zheng Xuan, and there was no Yellow Turban riot under his rule.

Then it's still very close, and it's close to home.

So is there a better choice than Guo Peng?

Gone.

Han Hao secretly planned and sent people to collect information about Lu Bu.

Coincidentally, one night, a friend Zhao Liang who worked in Zhang Yang's prefect's mansion came to visit Han Hao's home and talked to him about this incident.

"Duke Ming still treated Lu Bu too kindly. He gave away [-] soldiers, horses, food, grass and supplies as soon as he said he would. He also supported Lu Bu in recruiting troops in Hanoi because he and Lu Bu were both from Bingzhou."

Zhao Liang drank several glasses of wine.

Han Hao cheered up secretly.

"Lu Bu? Didn't you come to Hanoi before? Then you went to seek refuge with Yuan Shao, why did you come again? Could it be that Yuan Shao kicked him out?"

Han Hao looked indifferent.

"Hey!"

Zhao Liang drank a few more glasses of wine, smiled, and said, "Isn't it the same whether he was kicked out or invited out? Everyone in the manor is talking about how the man treated Lu Bu too well. It is really dissatisfying for the Fujun to treat Lu Bu so favorably, without doing anything for the Fujun."

"That's true, the Lord Fu doesn't even think about us Hanoi people."

Han Hao said pointedly.