Three Kingdoms: At the beginning, Cao Cao assassinated Dong, and I was abandoned

Cheng Gongying said: "With the martial arts of the eldest son, coupled with the assistance of Yan Xing, Ma Dai and others, even if the matter is revealed, it should not be a problem to get out of Chang'an."

Ma Teng said worriedly: "The few of them are not bad at martial arts, but they easily lose their composure in case of trouble, and they need other people's assistance."

Han Sui suggested: "There is a man in Ji County, Tianshui County. His name is Yang Fu and his name is Yishan. This man is very resourceful. I recommended him to be the army's grain cao. Why don't you let him assist Brother Yicheng?"

Ma Teng agreed: "Then it's settled. Yicheng, Meng Qi, Ma Dai, Ma Tie, and Yan Xing entered the court as hostages to confuse Dong Zhuo."

Cheng Gongying said: "General Yicheng, Meng Qi, Ma Dai, and Ma Tie are in the open, and Yan Xing and Yang Fu are in the dark. This matter will definitely succeed."

Several people discussed the specific countermeasures, and then sent someone to send a letter to Wang Yun in Chang'an, informing them that the ministers of the court and central government should handle the matter.

In Chang'an City, in the prime minister's mansion, Dong Zhuo looked at Ma Teng's letter of surrender with surprise.

"Li Ru, why do you think this Ma Teng took refuge in me?"

Previously, Dong Zhuo tried to persuade him to surrender many times without success, but now that he has given up, the other side wants to take refuge.

Li Ru said: "Xiangguo, this matter is very strange, we must act carefully."

The day when they will 'negotiate' with Liu Xie to abdicate is getting closer, and they have to be careful.

If Ma Teng sincerely joins them, their strength will definitely increase greatly, but at this critical moment, they must know whether the other party is sincere.

Dong Zhuo asked: "Do you have a way to detect whether it is sincere to surrender?"

Li Ru thought for a while, and said: "Ma Teng's request for an official position, Xiangguo can first agree to it, and then ask him to send his wife and children to live in Chang'an, so we can find out whether he is sincerely seeking refuge."

When Dong Zhuo saw the letter, Ma Teng concluded that Lv Bu had turned against him, and he couldn't help saying angrily, "Lv Bu, a rebellious son, even secretly informed Cao Shuo. No wonder Cao Shuo was able to escape from Luoyang smoothly."

Li Ru was stunned. Cao Shuo escaped from Luoyang and had nothing to do with Lu Bu.

"Xiangguo, it's disgusting that Lu Bu pretended to be attached to us and got a lot of food and grass from us. We might as well agree to Ma Teng and let him attack Lu Bu."

"I think it's feasible. Ma Teng uses his own soldiers and horses. The more he loses, the better it is for us. We divide our troops into two groups. Let Ma Teng attack Lu Bu on the one hand, and let him send his wife and children to Lu Bu. Chang'an."

After the two discussed it, they sent someone to report to Ma Teng. Dong Zhuo was just testing Ma Teng's loyalty, but Ma Teng actually sent hostages.

Ma Teng's elder brother Ma Yi, his eldest son Ma Chao, his second son Ma Tie, Ma Yi's eldest son Ma Dai, and dozens of followers.

Li Ru said firmly: "Xiangguo, Ma Teng should have sincerely voted, otherwise he would not have sent such important people to Chang'an."

The people sent by Ma Teng were loyal enough, and two of the three sons were sent over, as well as his elder brother.

Then Li Ru said: "However, we still have to be careful. At the beginning, Lu Bu sincerely voted, but in the end he rebelled against Xiangguo for his daughter."

Dong Zhuo said: "Observe for a while, and before I ascend the throne, first restrict their actions to avoid chaos."

"I'll make arrangements right now."

Li Ru arranged for Ma Yi and his party to stay in Chang'an City, a well-guarded courtyard.

After Ma Yi moved in, he called a few children over and explained: "You three must not cause trouble for me. Everything is based on the overall situation. Yan Xing and Yang Fu have secretly come to Chang'an. How to act and when to act. We just have to wait for the notification."

"No!" Ma Chao, Ma Tie, and Ma Dai agreed listlessly.

Chapter 233 Careless Lu Bu

In Shanwu City, Dingxiang County, Lu Bu was drinking with his arms around several Xianbei women.

"Report!"

A scout stumbled to Lu Bu's gate.

"What's the matter?"

Lu Bu looked angry, and then drove the women out.

"Suofang County was defeated by Ma Teng from Xiliang, and the prefect Qin Yilu was beheaded by Ma Teng."

"what!"

Lu Bu looked at the scouts in shock, how could Ma Teng suddenly attack Bingzhou?

"How many soldiers and horses does the opponent have? Who will command the troops?"

"My lord, the opponent's leading general is a young general named Pang De, who has [-] cavalry under his command!"

"Pound?" Lu Bu looked confused, he had never heard of such a general under Ma Teng.

"My lord, after Pound captured Shuofang County, he didn't stop marching. Instead, he headed east all the way, intending to attack Xi'an Yang."

Lu Bu hurriedly said: "Come on, call Chen Gong and Jia Kui!"

"promise!"

After a while, Chen Gong and Jia Kui came to Lu Bu's residence together. As soon as they entered the door, the smell of alcohol came to their nostrils, and the two couldn't help frowning.

Chen Gong felt that Lv Bu was a little drifting lately, and Bingzhou was already under their control, so Lv Bu's lustful nature was revealed, and among the Xianbei and Southern Huns captives, he found dozens of beautiful women for his enjoyment.

Chen Gong asked eagerly: "My lord, why did you ask me to come here?"

"Gongtai, Shuofang County has fallen."

"how is this possible!"

Chen Gong and Jia Kui looked terrified. Shuofang County has [-] defenders. Although they are only recruits, they are enough to defend Linrong and Woye three times. Three counties are enough.

Most of Shuofang County is desert, only the banks of the Yellow River are barely inhabitable, and [-] troops defending three cities can last for a month at least.

Jia Kui asked, "My lord, could it be Ma Teng from Xiliang?"

Lu Bu explained: "What Liang Dao said is correct. Ma Teng sent his young general Pang De with an army of [-] to raid Shuofang County. Qin Yilu, the prefect of Shuofang, was lured out of the city by the other party and hacked."

"Pound?" The two looked confused, who is this?

Lu Bu asked: "Pound led an army to attack Wuyuan County, who do you think is suitable to resist Pound?"

Chen Gong replied: "My lord, although Wei Yue, the prefect of Wuyuan County, is brave, but not resourceful, we need to send someone to help."

Lu Bu thought for a while, and among his subordinates, apart from Chen Gong and Jia Kui, only Wen Hui could take on the job. However, Wen Hui was helping him manage the state capital in Taiyuan County, so how could he leave easily.

Jia Kui said, "I am willing to go."

Lu Bu glanced at Jia Kui in surprise and said, "I'm sure Liang Dao can go to me in person, but I don't know Pang De's martial arts. I don't know if Wei Yue alone can handle it."

Jia Kui said solemnly: "Marquis Wen, it's not about the number but the skill, the general is not about the courage but the strategy. In the past, Xiang Yu was unparalleled in the world, but he was finally defeated by Gao Zu."

Jia Kui's words were a pun. Not only did he say that he could cope with the current unfavorable situation, but he also reminded Lu Bu not to be Xiang Yu.

Old Lu Bu blushed, and said displeasedly: "I will give you another [-] soldiers and horses, and we must protect Wuyuan County."

"promise!"

After Jia Kui left, Chen Gong said worriedly: "Marquis Wen, Ma Teng's sudden attack on Bingzhou may have other motives, we have to be careful, why not recall the three generals Zhang Liao, Zhang Yang, and Hao Meng from Dai County. "

"No!"

Lu Bu resolutely rejected Chen Gong's proposal, his benefits have not yet come, how could he recall him easily, where would he put his face?

Chen Gong persuaded: "Marquis Wen, Cao Shuo has been refusing to compromise. I'm afraid we won't get much benefit in Dai County. Why don't we leave Zhang Liao alone and recall Zhang Yang and Hao Meng!"

Lu Bu frowned and said worriedly, "Zhang Liao may not be able to withstand Zhao Yun alone!"

Chen Gong explained: "Wen Yuan has a good relationship with Miss. Even if he is defeated, his life will not be seriously affected, but Zhang Yang and Hao Meng are not necessarily so."

"Hmph, he still wants to capture Zhang Liao alive? Even if Cao Shuo went there in person, he wouldn't be able to do that."

Lu Bu had another intention. Zhang Liao must not stay in Daijun alone. As Chen Gong said, Lu Wen and Zhang Liao had a good relationship. If Lu Wen tried to instigate Zhang Liao, Zhang Liao might not be tempted.

But if Zhang Yang and Hao Meng were there, Zhang Liao would definitely have some scruples.

Chen Gong sighed, he always felt that Ma Teng still had a backup, if they didn't find out Ma Teng's purpose as soon as possible, they would always be passive.

"Marquis Wen, it's not appropriate for us to use troops against Xianbei anymore. We must return to Taiyuan County as soon as possible, and Cao Xing will be responsible here."

Lu Bu said, "Does Gongtai have any scruples?"

Chen Gong explained: "Dong Zhuo is about to proclaim himself emperor. It's really strange that Ma Teng didn't attack Dong Zhuo at this time, but suddenly attacked us. We have to return to Taiyuan to take charge of the overall situation as soon as possible."

Lu Bu thought for a while and said: "Gongtai can lead [-] soldiers and return to Yanmen Pass first. After I have defeated Yunzhong and stabilized the situation, I will lead the army back to Taiyuan."

Chen Gong looked at Lu Bu in horror, he actually wanted to take down Yunzhong, how long would it take?

three months?half a year?

At that time, if there is a change in Bingzhou, it will be too late for him to come back.

"Wen Hou, in the Xianbei army, there is almost no one who can compete with our generals Cao Xing and Hou Cheng. Just leave the two of them and take it easy. Returning to Taiyuan and paying attention to the situation in Chang'an is the most important thing. "

"Report, Ma Teng's army suddenly gave up attacking Xi'an Yang, and turned to attack Dacheng. Fang Zhen, the prefect of Dacheng, surrendered directly. Pang De's army marched all the way east, intending to attack Xihe County."

Chen Gong said in horror: "Marquis Wen, hurry back to the army!"

Chapter 234 Chen Gong suddenly realized

In an extremely urgent situation, Lu Bu accepted Chen Gong's opinion and left Cao Xing and Hou Cheng behind, leading an army of [-] to continue the conquest of Xianbei in Yunzhong County.

At the same time, they were asked to support Jia Kui and Wei Yue in Wuyuan County at any time.

Then he led an army of [-] troops across the Yellow River to support Meiji and block Pang De from the Great Wall.

Chen Gong suggested: "Marquis Wen, Pang De's army went deep alone and did not carry much food and grass. We should notify all counties to strictly guard against the enemy and forbid going out of the city to meet the enemy. Pang De's army will definitely withdraw back to Shuofang County if they lose their source of food and grass. It’s much easier to encircle him.”

"Then according to Gongtai's words, immediately send people to notify the counties."

On the second day after Lu Bu was stationed in Meiji, he received a tip-off that Pang De's army was not good in raiding Guangyan, so he led the army back to Dacheng.

"Report, Chang'an sent an urgent report!"

Chen Gong frowned, and hurriedly took the letter, and after a glance, suddenly realized.

"Marquis Wen, read the contents of this letter!"

Chen Gong handed it to Lu Bu, and said, "Ma Teng has joined Dong Zhuo!"

"Damn Maarten!"

Lu Bu complained, no wonder he wanted to attack Bingzhou, it turned out to be a show of loyalty.

"Marquis Wen, our situation is not optimistic. If Ma Teng and Dong Zhuo attack from both sides, wouldn't our army be in danger?"

Lu Bu sneered, and said disdainfully, "Hmph, then let them come. Do you really think I'm afraid of them?"

Chen Gong persuaded again: "Marquis Wen, we must recall General Zhang Liao."

After much deliberation, Lu Bu still did not intend to recall Zhang Liao. He could still cope with the current situation, so there was no need to bring Zhang Liao back.

Chen Gong was speechless, Lv Bu was competitive and Cao Shuo refused to give an inch, it seemed that Lv Bu would not let Zhang Liao come back without a step.

On February 26, there were only six days left before Dong Zhuo proclaimed himself emperor.

Lu Bu, who had just returned to Taiyuan, received even more terrible news.

Dong Zhuo appointed Ma Teng as the shepherd of Liangzhou, and asked him to lead an army of [-] to attack Sheyan in Shangjun from Beidi County.

Ma Teng's troops were divided into two groups, one led by Han Sui to attack Kucha, and the other led by him personally to attack Fushi, the prefecture of Shangjun.

"Report, Ma Teng's army has surrounded Fu Shi, Cheng Lian can't resist Ma Teng's army, so he asks the lord for reinforcements."

Lu Bu listened to Cheng Lian's report and stared blankly at Chen Gong. Ma Teng even mobilized all Xiliang troops to attack Bingzhou. Did he really think Lu Bu was easy to bully?

Chen Gong wiped off his cold sweat, and said: "Marquis Wen, Ma Teng is certain that we don't have many generals, so he deliberately sent Pang De to attract the main force of our army in the north of Bingzhou, and then he personally led the army to attack the south of Bingzhou. Can't take care of each other."

Lu Bu said angrily: "Gongtai sits in Taiyuan, and I will personally lead the army to repel Ma Teng!"

"No!" Chen Gong hurriedly dissuaded.

Lu Bu was puzzled, "Gongtai, our army has reached such a critical moment, why should we still stay in Taiyuan?"

"Marquis Wen, it's better to recall Zhang Liao and Zhang Yang!"

Lu Bu hesitated for a moment, then said, "Even if they can come back, they will not be able to quench their thirst."

Chen Gong persuasively persuaded: "If Marquis Wen doesn't recall the three generals, our Hedong County will not be able to keep."

"Hedong County?" Lu Bu looked puzzled. Now that Ma Teng is attacking Bingzhou, what does it have to do with Hedong County?

Seeing that Lu Bu hadn't understood, Chen Gong explained: "Ma Teng has now taken refuge with Dong Zhuo and is desperately attacking Bingzhou, which means Dong Zhuo ordered it. Back then, we only left [-] defenders in Hedong County to win Dong Zhuo's trust. Why didn't Dong Zhuo attack Hedong County?"

It was only then that Lu Bu realized that there were only [-] defenders in Hedong County, and Bian Xi, the defender, was a Yellow Turban general. If Dong Zhuo sent a large army across the Yellow River, he might not be able to resist it at all.

"Report, Dong Zhuo sent Li Jue to lead an army of [-] troops into Hedong County to take Anyi, and dispatched Zuo Fengling's prefect Guo Si to lead an army of [-] troops to take Linfen!"

"bump!"