Chapter 227 Chapter 9: Qiaobu Trap

After Meng Ao's funeral, Jing Jun was officially promoted to the commander of the capital.Since he is now in Zhulu's family, all the important military officials strongly support him because of Lu Gong. Wu Guo, Zhao Da, and Zhou Liang were deputy, so that Du Qiqing belonged to the system of the crown prince, unlike the Du Wei, where the two parties of Lu Buwei and Lai Ai checked each other and competed against each other.certainly!If Lu Lai colluded, it's a different matter. The eighteen iron guards appreciated Xiao Pan's insight and became the leader of his imperial guards, and his status was greatly improved.

Huan Yu was still in charge of the training of the quick aid division. Meng Wu and Meng Tian finished their father's funeral and immediately led the troops to the Wei State to avenge the Wei people for participating in the joint vertical army. Basically, Qin State still adopts the strategy of long-distance friendship and short-term attack, which is to appease the three kingdoms of Chu, Qi, and Yan, and only use troops against the three Jins. Xiang Shaolong took the opportunity to ask for leave, and went back to the ranch with Teng Yi's family, practicing swordsmanship, riding and archery every day, traveling in the mountains and rivers, enjoying themselves, and was very satisfied.

Spring went to summer, and when I returned to Yinlong Bieyuan that day, I received a letter sent by Qin Qing. It turns out that this pretty lady has set a return date and will return to Xianyang at the beginning of autumn.Although there is not a word of love in the letter, but the flames of love are overflowing in words, it can be seen that this beautiful woman is highly cultivated, which made Xiang Shaolong, a rough man, love him even more. Tao Fang kept bringing news to the ranch. Lu Buwei went back to Xianyang and went to Bashu again, which made people very puzzled. Lai Ai and Empress Dowager Zhu Ji also returned to Xianyang.Lao Ai's attitude was even more arrogant, even Lord Changping and Wang Ling and other important officials were ignored, and Zhu Ji was lifted out of everything, Xiao Pan could only bear with it.

Guan Zhongxie fought a few victories in South Korea and was promoted to General, vaguely replacing Meng Ao's position, but of course his prestige and real power were still not as good as it was. The Mengwu brothers won consecutive battles in Wei Yi and captured the Chaoge of the Wei people. Their reputation was greatly enhanced and they became the new stars of the new generation of generals. What worries Xiang Shaolong the most is that Wang He really fell for the trick. He took advantage of Li Mu's move to attack Qi and sent troops to attack Zhao's Shangdang. Xiang Shaolong only hoped that the people sent by Xiaopan would warn Wang He in time, otherwise the situation would be bad. extreme.Just when he was worried, bad news came at the end of May. Wang He was defeated by Li Mu in Shangdang.

The last thing Xiang Shaolong expected finally happened. Lu Buwei succeeded in another conspiracy. And Xiang Shaolong's happy days came to an end. ◇◇◇◇◇◇ When Xiang Shaolong flew to Xianyang Palace, he felt gloomy. Since Lord Xinling led the Allied Forces of Five Nations to defeat the Qin Army outside Handan City sixteen years ago.The people of Qin had never had a general of Wang Lu's rank die on the battlefield, and the magnitude of the blow this time is really hard to estimate. When Xiang Shaolong came to the study, Wang Ling, Li Si, Lord Changping, Lao Ai, Wang Wan, Cai Ze and other ministers were waiting outside the door for Xiao Pan to summon him.

Wang Ling's eyes were red, and his whole body seemed to have aged for several years, which made Xiang Shaolong clearly feel his aging and decay, which was a feeling he had never felt before, which made him very uncomfortable. He went up to Xiang Shaolong and said in a low voice: "Chu Jun refuses to see us, he just said to wait for you to come. I think you go to see Chu Jun first, and then call us in!" Lai Ai was obviously eavesdropping, and said angrily: "This is the time for everyone to have a good discussion, how can Chu Jun lock himself up and let me go in with Shaolong."

Everyone looked disgusted. Xiang Shaolong patted Lai Ai on the shoulder, and said in a deep voice: "Let me go in and find out the situation on behalf of everyone! Chu Jun's mood is our current mood, everyone should understand." No matter how domineering Lai Ai was, she didn't dare to offend Xiang Shaolong for the time being, so she gave up and said, "Let's wait here! But it's time for the Empress Dowager to come." Xiang Shaolong heard him carry Zhu Ji out without a few words, feeling disgusted in his heart, he went straight into the study. Xiao Pan stood with his back to the door and the window, without moving.

Before Xiang Shaolong could speak, Xiao Pan said indifferently: "Our people should go one step later and teach the traitors to succeed in their tricks." Xiang Shaolong didn't expect that Xiao Pan not only didn't feel sad at all, but was much calmer than usual, so he couldn't speak for a moment. Xiao Pan turned around and said with a slight smile: "I just issued an order to immediately lead troops to attack Shangdang. When the master goes out later, tell them that the widow suddenly fell ill because of grief over Wang Lu's death. Then Lao Ai will definitely send Mao Jiao to investigate the truth in the name of curing diseases, and we can use Mao Jiao's mouth to deceive Lai Ai."

Xiang Shaolong was startled and said, "Did Lu Buwei really collude with Lao Ai?" This is something that has never been said in the history books! Xiao Pan sneered and said: "The Empress Dowager asked me to make Lao Ai the Marquis of Chang Xin, the same level as Lu Buwei, but Lu Buwei didn't object, what did the master say?" After a pause, he continued: "I wanted to call Wang Jian back several times, but I was blocked by Lu Buwei and Lao Ai together. Without the Queen Mother's permission, I, as a ruler, can't do anything. Now our army is all under control. Contained in the territory of the Three Jins, apart from the three major armies in Xianyang, there are only quick aid divisions, with a total strength of only 120,000, and they are simply unable to conquer Chengxu and Du Bi, so they can only be attacked by false illnesses, and then the master will deal with them They have nothing else to do."

Xiang Shaolong sighed: "Chu Jun has really grown up." Xiao Pan looked up, sighed and said, "Since Mother was murdered, all of this was forced out, and there is no human reason to speak of." Xiang Shaolong sighed with him, and stepped out of the study, when everyone gathered around him.Xiang Shaolong said dejectedly: "Chu Jun fell ill!" Xiaopan's "disease" has been cheated for three months, and Zhu Ji has been handed over to deal with it in the early court. Xiang Shaolong and Huan Jue made a major conscription, increased the number of quick reinforcements to 50,000, practiced outside Xianyang city all day long, and used an imaginary marching route from the east to strengthen the defense measures and communication system.

When the snow melted, the news came. Hearing the news that "Brother Nai" was seriously ill, Cheng Yu not only disobeyed the order not to attack the Shangdang, but also negotiated peace with Zhao Ren, according to which he gathered 150,000 troops with Du Bi, and went around quietly. After passing through the cities along the way, they rushed to Xianyang.Cheng Yu's rebels first arrived in the north of Xianyang by boat, and then sneaked into Xianyang. Xiang Shaolong has been paying close attention to their movements, and overnight he mobilized 20,000 troops, plus 50,000 quick reinforcements, to ambush the army at the predetermined ideal location.In addition, a smoke screen was released, saying that Xianyang's army had arrived in Mincheng for exercises.So when the news of the arrival of the Chengxu army came, the entire city of Xianyang shook. Xiao Pan was really going to lie on the couch at this time, only Mr. Changping, Li Si and other confidantes knew what was going on. Both Lai Ai and Zhu Ji seemed at a loss, showing that they did not know that Cheng Yu and Du Bi would raise their troops and openly rebel.Lu Buwei still hides in Bashu, so that people don't know what he is planning, anyway, it will not be a good thing. The chaos in Xianyang will naturally be reported to Cheng Yu and Du Bi by the informant, making them even more underestimating the enemy.It's no wonder they, who would have guessed that in the future Qin Shihuang knew they would rebel as early as four months ago? Against a general like Du Bi who is accustomed to fighting, it is impossible to ambush somewhere and make a surprise attack.Because he must have the vanguard, and after confirming that there is no problem in the way ahead, the main force will advance behind. But Xiang Shaolong has his clever plan. He divided the army into two, led by Huan Jue and Jing Jun with an army of 20,000 soldiers, and deployed them in hidden places outside Xianyang City.And he and Teng Yi led the remaining 50,000 elite soldiers to hide in a dense forest far away from Cheng Yu's marching route, waiting for the prey to come. The weather is fine today.Cheng Yu's vanguard came a hundred miles north of Xianyang City. Since they heard the news that the defenders would not leave the city to meet the enemy and were only going to defend the city to the death, neither Cheng Yu nor Du Bi stepped up their guard. At this moment, Xiang Shaolong and Teng Yi were in the grass on the top of a slope, overlooking the magnificent enemy army passing five miles away, like a long snake. Teng Yi laughed and said, "If Lu Buwei knew that Cheng Xun was marching into Xianyang under the banner of 'Fighting Lu Lai and saving Brother Wang', he would be so angry that he would vomit blood and die." Xiang Shaolong carefully observed the opponent's military appearance in its prime, the armor was bright, the flags fluttered, and the team was orderly, he shook his head and said: "I think Lu Buwei guessed that Cheng Yu was not well-raised, so he deliberately wanted to use Cheng Yu's hand to get rid of the prince. With us, we also get rid of Lai Ai and the Queen Mother. Then he can recall the two armies of Guan Zhongxie and the Mengshi brothers, and kill Chengxu and Du Bi in one fell swoop, and then he can sit on the throne by himself." Teng Yi laughed and said, "It's the third younger brother who knows this traitor better. When it comes to playing tricks, except for the third younger brother, no one else is his opponent." Xiang Shaolong smiled and said: "Today it is correct to say that Lu Buweifei is the Chujun's opponent." Teng Yi sighed: "He has finally grown up." At this time, Zhou Liang led the Eagle King to report, and the enemy's rear guard finally passed by. Knowing that the time had come, Xiang Shaolong gave an order, and all the cavalry were dispatched, under the cover of dense forest, biting the tail of the enemy army to hide.They calculated very accurately, when the enemy stopped to make a fire and cook, it was the moment when they settled down. As expected, Cheng Yu's rearguard troops were completely unafraid of the enemy's attack, and set up camp on a hillside. The foothold was the official road to Xianyang, with lush forests growing on both sides, and 50,000 tents were densely covered on the top and slope of the slope. foot.Just before they had a chance to set up a lookout post, Xiang Shaolong and Teng Yi's approximately 50,000 fine horsemen had already arrived along the forest without a sound. Xiang Shaolong is a person who has received strict military training, and knows that there is no place for mercy in the current situation.Therefore, he made up his mind and gave the order to wipe out the enemy completely. Taking advantage of the twilight, he surrounded the 50,000 enemy troops tightly, and then waited for the opportunity to attack. When Dongfang turned white, the enemy got up and moved, talking and laughing loudly, preparing breakfast.Xiang Shaolong gave an order, the drums sounded, and 50,000 elite horsemen rushed out from the dense forest and launched an all-out onslaught. It turned into a massacre with little resistance. The enemy threw down the rice bowl in his hand, and before he even had time to lead his horse, he ran for his life alone in a hurry.After several impacts, the rear guard was already in disintegration, and everyone was running for their lives on foot.The defeat of the rear guard immediately involved the main force of the Chinese army of nearly 90,000 people. They were about to return to the division for rescue. Huan Yu and Jing Jun each led 10,000 elite cavalry points to attack the vanguard from the left and right, causing the Chengyu army to be attacked from the front and back, and the formation was in chaos. . Xiang Shaolong and Teng Yi attacked from behind with the momentum of a broken bamboo, and with a slight impact, Cheng Yu's army immediately fell into crazy chaos. Cheng Yu and Du Bi were the targets of everyone's criticism, and they were surrounded by thousands of guards. Xiang Shaolong held the treasured sword of hundreds of battles and led the charge into the enemy line, beheading Du Bi with his own hands.At the same time, according to Xiao Pan's order, Cheng Xu was executed on the spot, and this curse was eliminated. Xiang Shaolong only suffered more than 10,000 casualties in this battle, which can be regarded as an extremely brilliant record.Chengyu's rebels killed 40,000 people, and the remaining 80,000 who could not escape all surrendered. ◇◇◇◇◇◇ Xiang Shaolong didn't send people to report the victory to Xiao Pan until the next morning, Xiao Pan was overjoyed and personally led people to comfort the army, and stayed in Xiang Shaolong's tent that night. After the meal, Xiao Pan became very excited and went up to the high place with everyone to enjoy the magnificent and mysterious wilderness under the moonlit night. Qin Shihuang was very excited to see this future, and said with a long smile, "Who will kill Pu Ji for the widow?" When Xiang Shaolong heard the word "Zhu", he immediately thought of Shan Rou who was far away in Qi State, and his heart was shocked, so he dared not answer.Jing Jun, Teng Yi and Huan Ju only looked forward to Xiang Shaolong, he didn't speak and kept silent. Wang Ling stepped forward and snorted coldly, "Let the veteran handle this matter!" Everyone, including Xiao Pan, was stunned. Recently, Wang Ling was in very poor health due to grief over Wang Lu's death, and it was just the pain of marching, which may have been difficult to cope with.Moreover, Pu Ji has a huge influence in Tunliu, and he will never bow his head and arrest him. In addition, he has close ties with the Zhao people, so although this matter seems easy on the surface, it is actually not easy. Wang Ling hadn't gone to war for many years, and this time he invited Ying, it contained the intention of avenging Wang Lu. Xiao Pan felt regretful, but Wang Ling had already spoken, if he refused, he would think he was old, and that would be the greatest insult to the people of Qin. Xiao Pan had no choice but to pretend to be happy and said: "The widow will be appointed as General Wang as the commander-in-chief, and General Huanju as the deputy commander-in-chief. You should set off as soon as possible." Wang Ling and Huanjuan hurriedly knelt down to accept the order. Xiao Pan said solemnly: "The success or failure of this battle depends on whether the battle can be settled quickly. Killing Pu Ji will catch him off guard. Otherwise, if he is allowed to rely on the solidity of the city and Zhao people to support him, it will be extremely difficult." Everyone nodded in agreement. Xiang Shaolong felt more and more that the future Qin Shihuang's talent was rough and predictable.And what makes him superior to himself is that he only cares about interests and disregards benevolence and feelings. Only such a hard-hearted person can become the overlord of the world in this war age. Back in the handsome tent, Xiao Pan asked Xiang Shaolong to talk alone. Xiao Pan smiled bitterly and said, "I'm very worried about Wang Ling, afraid that he won't be able to endure the hardships of the battle." Xiang Shaolong knew that he blamed himself for not agreeing first, so he sighed and said, "What do you want me to do?" Xiao Pan sighed: "Even if I blame anyone, I dare not blame you, master. When I came on horseback, I thought about returning to the teacher, and completely wiped out Lu Lai's two parties in one fell swoop. When Lu Buwei came back , just execute him on the spot at the city gate, it will be a hundred, master, do you think this plan is feasible?" Xiang Shaolong said: "This is dangerous. First of all, we have no name to teach, and Lu Lai and the two parties are too involved, and the two families together amount to 20,000 people. There are definitely many people who need to be punished. Zhongxie and other leaders are away, and the Duwei Army is in their hands, and there is still Pu Ji, the source of disaster, our troops in Xianyang are not enough, the prince should think twice." Xiao Pan said distressedly: "I also know that now is not the right time, but do I really have to wait until after the coronation ceremony to do it? Don't say I have to wait for more than two years, now I think two days is too long." Xiang Shaolong said: "Those who achieve great things must be able to bear it. If Lu Buwei hears the rumors, with his influence and means, he might be able to rebel against Bashu, then it will not be my great Qin's blessing. Besides, he should have enough money." It is better to be prepared than to compete with Cheng Yu for the throne when he succeeds in his rebellion. Therefore, if we act at this time, Qin will be in chaos." Xiao Pan nodded in agreement, pondered for a while and said, "How can I call Wang Jian back?" Xiang Shaolong said: "Before the crown prince's coronation ceremony! At that time, the prince will soon be in power, and no one dares to disagree with the prince's order. At that time, a secret edict will be issued, and this will be done." Xiao Panlong's eyes flashed coldly, and said: "That's the way to do it, I want Wang Jian to come, and the traitors will not know, then I have to teach them how to look good." Xiang Shaolong was silent for a while, then suddenly said in a low voice: "Xiao Pan! I want you to promise me Xiang Shaolong one thing." Xiao Pan's dragon body was shocking, since entering Qin Dynasty, it was the first time that Xiang Shaolong called himself Xiao Pan, and also called himself Xiang Shaolong. With deep emotion in Xiao Pan's eyes, he nodded and said, "Master, please tell me, Xiao Pan is listening." Xiang Shaolong said solemnly: "No matter what happens in the future, you still have to treat the Queen Mother kindly." Xiao Pan was stunned for a while, lowered his head and thought for a while, and said decisively: "Master's order, how dare Xiao Pan not obey, but this promise is only limited to the mother and queen, and does not include anyone else." Xiang Shaolong knew that he had made up his mind to kill Zhu Ji's two children born to Lao Ai.He also knew that it would be difficult to intervene in this aspect, so he smiled bitterly and said, "Okay! Prince Chu!" Xiao Pan moved closer, put his arms around his shoulders, hugged him vigorously, and said excitedly: "Master! Don't leave Xiao Pan, please? Don't you want to see Xiao Pan unify the world and achieve unprecedented feats? ?” Xiang Shaolong hugged him tightly with his backhand, and said sadly: "Master must leave, and you have to annihilate all the records about Master so that Master will not leave traces in the history books, this is a preordained fate. Even if I don't teach you to do it, you will eventually do it." Xiao Pan left a bit in shock, stared at him blankly and said: "How could it be like this, I will never do this, no one should forget the great achievements of the master." Xiang Shaolong calmed down, grabbed his broad shoulders and said: "Since Zhao Gong first met, I, Xiang Shaolong, have always regarded you as my son, watching you grow up and become the most powerful overlord in the world , the gratification in my heart is really indescribable. But it is because of this relationship that I must leave you. On the one hand, I have fulfilled my wish for your mother and raised her son into a useful person. On the other hand, it is also to pursue my Your own life and ideals. Only after I leave can you completely sever the relationship with me and let go of pursuing your dreams, understand? We can no longer discuss this matter in the future." Xiao Pan's pair of long eyes turned red, like a child admiring his father, he fell on his broad chest and said nothing.