Chapter 14 Chapter Fourteen

In the battle of Dingtao, Zhang Han's prestige was greatly enhanced, but because the front line with Xianyang was too long, he was almost isolated, especially the food and fodder was completely self-sufficient on the front line.Fortunately, Xingyang County, which is a granary, is still under the control of the Qin army, and there will be no shortage in the short term.However, at this time, a coup d'état suddenly occurred in Zhao State.Li Liang, the general of Zhao State, killed Zhao Wang's sister because of trivial matters, and simply rebelled and went to Handan. In the camp of Zhang Han in Xingyang County, Zhang Han is playing with the model of the tunnel with great interest, but it has not yet been scaled.

Wang Li came in and said, "General, have you heard about the rebellion of Zhao Wang's general Li Liang and the killing of King Zhao?" Zhang Han didn't answer, but continued to play with the tunnel model and asked, "Look, how about my tunnel?" Upon hearing this, Wang Li had no choice but to go up to look at it, and said: "This tunnel was originally a man-made barrier set up by the King of Qin for safety when he was touring various places. The purpose is to prevent outsiders from knowing the whereabouts of the King of Qin." Zhang Han said: "That's right. But now, I want to build such a thing on this battlefield. As long as this thing is properly operated in wartime, it can keep our army safe. If you don't believe me, just watch it. Chu How is the military situation?"

Wang Lidao: "Less than a month after Xiang Liang's death, Xiang Jiajun, the main force of the Chu army, has shrunk to less than one-third under Song Yi's plan. However, Xiang Yu's performance in the crisis has won the admiration of the entire Chu State. , coupled with Song Yi's deliberate rejection, Xiang Yu gained a lot of sympathy and support from the Chu army, and his reputation greatly increased." Zhang Han said: "Among the rebels from all over the world, Xiang Yu is the most capable of fighting and is also the most ruthless. He has gained power in Chu State, and he is far more threatening to our Great Qin than his uncle."

Wang Li asked: "The way back has been cleared. Will our army return to Guanzhong?" Zhang Han said, "No, gather all our forces and go to Hebei to directly attack Zhao's camp on the north bank." Wang Li said: "Ah?! Enemy troops are surrounded on all sides. Such a blatant attack is quite dangerous!" Zhang Han said: "It's dangerous for a tiger to enter a flock of sheep. The turmoil in Zhao State is a god-sent opportunity, and its rebel general Li Liang has joined us again. If Zhang Han's judgment is correct and we attack like this, the princes' congress will be defeated by us." I was so frightened that no one dared to come forward to help."

King Huai of Chu ordered to move the capital to Pengcheng, and all Chu troops returned to defense.With Xiang Yu's temper, he flatly refused, but Fan Zeng persuaded: "In the current situation, all you have in mind is revenge, but the whole army has recently been defeated, and the army has no fighting spirit, so take this army to fight with three times your own troops. Are you going to fight against the Qin army? If you go after the Qin army, they will wait for work, or you can take Pengcheng by the way, where will we go?" Liu Bang also interjected: "Mr. Fan, the Major General is only eager for revenge. I believe he will distinguish between national hatred and family hatred."

Xiang Yu sighed and had no choice but to agree. After the city of Handan was broken, Zhao Wang's military officials were dead, and Zhang Er and Chen Yu sent a letter to visit a young son, Zhao Xie, who became Zhao Wang and has now moved to Julu.Zhang Han immediately ordered the whole army to march towards Julu.On the way, Wang Li said: "The walls of Julu City are high and thick, and it may not be easy to break through. However, the Qin army with the remaining prestige of victory should still have a relatively good chance of winning against the silent Zhao army. But after the destruction of Zhao State What about? There are Chu, Yan, Qi, and so on. Am I going to take hundreds of thousands of Qin troops to sweep the six countries like my grandfather did? But today is different. My grandfather has flattened the Six Kingdoms, but now, the court is in darkness, how can he support the army in the long-term battle? Moreover, after I left the Great Wall, it is said that the Xiongnu started to move again."

Zhang Han said: "The general's words are very reasonable, so in your opinion, how should we plan?" Wang Li said: "Let them fall into the trap by releasing the bait and setting a trap." Zhang Han said: "I understand what the general means. You want to catch them all at once, not destroy them all. But, in my opinion, this is very inappropriate and not easy to do. Let's make another plan." However, at the military meeting that night, Zhang Han said: "Today, the commander has a big strategy to announce. Fang is in chaos today, a group of thieves danced wildly, and our army is winning. But with the expansion of the battlefield, the supply line will inevitably Elongated, the current situation is dim, and I am afraid that slander will become common after a long battle. Therefore, I have decided on the following grand strategy. We now have 300,000 troops, and it is not difficult to defeat the bandits one by one, but I have thought of a once-and-for-all solution. Zhao If the land is completely destroyed, the gates of all countries will be opened, and Zhao Guo has Zhang Er, Chen Yu and other empty talkers, who will inevitably ask for help from other countries, and countries will send troops to rescue them under the pressure of death. These troops may be assembled in large numbers , but they lack a unified command, they are mobs. And I will command the 300,000 troops here to destroy the rebels!"

Wang Li, who was sitting in the first seat, immediately complained and left the seat angrily.Zhang Han pretended he didn't see it, and continued, "Since that's the case, everyone has no objection, so I'll make the specific arrangements." As the war progressed, the rift between Zhang Han, a non-soldier commander, and Wang Li, a border official with extensive combat experience, grew wider and wider. Liu Bang naturally got the order of King Huai of Chu, all troops were not allowed to move in any way, and the generals were not allowed to leave the village without permission.What came almost together with this order was an invitation: Xiang Yu invited him to meet King Huai together and ask about King Huai's daily life.

Xiao He reminded him: "Xiang Yu is here to speak out. No, in his opinion, the entire Chu army should be controlled by his Xiang family. He is going to demonstrate and ask King Huai to change his order." Liu Bangdao: "If I want to become independent, shouldn't I try my best to be nice to Xiang Yu?" Xiao He said: "That's right. But there is a person who just wants you to be Xiang Yu's enemy. He must not let him think that you and Xiang Yu are venting out of the same nostrils. Even if it is just a show, it will not work." Liu Bang asked: "Who is this person?"

Xiao He said: "King Huai." Besides, Xiang Yu went to see King Huai of Chu in the Palace of King Chu in Pengcheng, but King Huai of Chu had already restored the ancient system and asked everyone to dismount and remove their weapons outside the city.Xiang Yu refused to accept it, and he endured it only under Fan Qiangqiang's restraint. At the gate of the palace, the servant stopped him with his hand and said, "Your Majesty asked me to bring a message to the general. I am not feeling well today, so I refuse to see any guests." At this moment, Song Yi swaggered out of the palace, saw Xiang Yu, walked over enthusiastically, smiled and said, "How is the general?"

Xiang Yu didn't return the courtesy, and snorted and said, "Didn't Your Majesty say that you refuse to see visitors? Why did you come out?" Song Yi said: "Unfortunately, the king was going to see the general, but he suddenly felt unwell. So..." He spread his hands, "I was kicked out too." Song Yi saluted respectfully and left in a hurry. Xiang Yu scolded: "Full of lies! Villain!" At this time Liu Bang came, clutching his belly and said: "The general has been waiting for a long time! The general has been waiting for a long time." Xiang Yu asked, "Why are you late?" Liu Bang said: "This unsatisfactory body, you see, I changed my clothes and was about to go out when suddenly my stomach hurt. So I..." Xiang Yu waved his hand and said, "Forget it." Liu Bang pretended, "Let's go in." Xiang Yu said, "No need." Liu Bang patted his forehead and said, "I'm confused. General, you must have met King Huai. How is King Huai?" Xiang Yu turned around and left, saying, "Very good." Liu Bang held Xiang Yu back and asked, "It's almost autumn, and the nights are getting colder and colder. I wonder if King Huai has added charcoal?" Xiang Yu stared at Liu Bang angrily and said, "Do you really think we're here to greet you?" Liu Bang said innocently: "We are here to visit King Huai!" Wearing casual clothes, Xiang Yu was walking aimlessly on Pengcheng Street alone. He was like a piece of iron, dim and heavy.Suddenly, Xiang Yu felt a figure flash in front of him, and when he took a closer look, it turned out to be Yu Ziqi.The two hugged each other and laughed. Yu Ziqi said: "Brother, you are now a famous general in the world. You have been running around all these years, and all you hear is the news of your victory in the battle." Xiang Yu said: "Many old faces have never been seen again. Let's not talk about these. I think Ziqi will be twenty-seven this year? Are you married?" Yu Ziqi shook his head and said, "Never. How about brother?" Xiang Yu said: "Not at all. Is there a girl you like?" Yu Ziqi shook his head, and after a while, Yu Ziqi asked, "Aren't you going to ask about my sister?" Xiang Yu said: "Seeing that you came here alone, I have already prepared in my heart. Life and death are fate, but there is nothing to complain about." Yu Ziqi bowed his head and walked quickly.Looking at Yu Ziqi's face, Xiang Yu thought Yu Ji was dead, and felt sad, and asked, "Where is she buried?" Yu Ziqi glanced at the other side of the river. The river was not very wide and the water was flowing quietly.On the other side stood a woman in white, standing gracefully, looking at Xiang Yu.Xiang Yu was stunned for a while, then said bluntly, "You...you are... Miao Yi?" Yu Ji nodded and said, "General." Xiang Yu said excitedly: "You are still alive!" Yu Ji said: "Brother protects me all the way." Xiang Yu said: "Do you remember, I said that I like listening to your piano?" Concubine Yu said aggrievedly, "I don't remember." Xiang Yu was stunned, trying to remember something, but his mind was blank. Concubine Yu read slowly: "Since the body is dead, the spirit is alive, and the soul is determined to be a ghost... Miao Ge didn't understand before, but now he understands. This is how men are. Before Miao Ge didn't understand, why didn't that person turn back Take a look at me, and still don't understand. Can you tell me?" Yu Ji said, tears falling down.For a moment, the past came to Xiang Yu's mind: Yu Ji played the piano in the backyard, Xiang Yu sang "The body is dead, the spirit is alive, the soul is strong, and the soul is a ghost hero", Yu Ji laughed at him; outside the long pavilion, Xiang Yu shook off Yu Ji's hand and got on the horse leave."You don't remember either," she said. Xiang Yu suddenly ran wildly, waded through the cold river, and came to Yu Ji.Yuji turned around.Xiang Yu reached out and grabbed Yu Ji's hand.Under the moonlight, the bite marks on the back of Xiang Yu's hand were clearly visible. Xiang Yu said: "I remember." As he spoke, he hugged Yu Ji.Maple leaves fall from the trees, kissing the earth beside the two. It is said that when lovers meet, they will always be inseparable.But unexpectedly, the next morning, brothers and sisters Yu Ziqi and Yu Ji left without saying goodbye and planned to go to Zhao State to seek revenge for their father and enemy.After Xiang Yu chased them out, he completely ignored the order of the king of Chu not to go out of the camp without authorization, and resolutely wanted to go with them.Zhongli Mo led people to chase after him, and under the influence of Xiang Yu's majesty and determination, he also went to avenge the Yu brothers and sisters together.Fan Zeng had no choice but to send an order in private, telling all the officers above the general that he would study the art of war with General Xiang Yu for ten days.During these ten days, Ji Bu will patrol the various armies on his behalf. Besides, Xiang Yu, Yu Ji, Yu Ziqi, Zhong Limei and others led a team of cavalry to the east of Handan, and the Qin army camp was in front of them.The Qin army has surrounded Handan, and if they want to enter the city, they must take risks.So Xiang Yu and others imitated Han Xin's method and swaggered through the middle of the Qin army's camp.Qin Bing, who was holding the night, could never have imagined that this person was Xiang Yu, the general of Chu State.An almost incomprehensible thing happened just like that. When Xiang Yu and more than ten riders left safely, no Qin army stopped and interrogated him.If Qin Jun knew that this person was Xiang Yu who would destroy Qin in the future, how would he feel? The group arrived at the place where the enemy of the Yu family was, found him, and killed him.The return journey is a day of drinking and merry-go-round. That night, Xiang Yu and Yu Ji huddled together on the mound.Under the mound, the bonfire of Yu Ziqi and others was like a falling star from the Milky Way, which was particularly dazzling in the darkness. Yu Ji said: "It's so beautiful." Xiang Yu asked, "Are you talking about there, or yourself?" Yu Ji said: "But I'm very lonely." She looked at the vast night with a trace of loneliness in her eyes. Xiang Yu said, "I finally got my revenge, I should be happy." Yu Ji said: "I'm very happy. I've been thinking for so many years that one day my brother and I found an enemy, and after doing what we should do, we should live our own lives." Xiang Yu said, "It's ready now." Yu Ji said: "But, what could it be? My heart is empty." Xiang Yu said: "There are still many things to do. Follow me." Concubine Yu said, "War?" Xiang Yu said: "If you don't like it, then stop fighting." Yu Ji asked: "Is it really possible?" Xiang Yu said: "It will be soon." Yu Ji said: "Back then, from the moment you got on the horse and left, some things seemed to be destined. Although I am a woman, I also understand. You are a man born for gold and iron horses." Xiang Yu said: "I let you down." Yu Ji said: "No. Remember that river? When your brothers followed you across the river, I agreed. Live or die, follow you." Xiang Yu laughed and said, "What are you talking about? You will always stay by my side. When the world is peaceful, you will give me children, boys and girls." Yu Ji said: "If you give birth to a girl, promise me one thing." Xiang Yu asked: "What?" Yu Ji said: "Teach her how to learn swordsmanship and martial arts. Then she will be able to control her own destiny." Xiang Yu and his party returned to the gate of the camp.The gates of the camp were closed, and the atmosphere was tense.Ji Bu rushed out, came to Xiang Yu's side, and reported: "King Huai knows about your leaving the house, and sent a special envoy to inquire about your crime. You have arrived at the tent, and Mr. Fan is dealing with it." Zhongli asked: "Who is the messenger?" Ji Bu said: "Song Yi's own son, Song Xiang." At this time, Song Xiang faced Xiang Yu and announced the decree: "The will of King Huai must be conveyed by my nephew. King Huai said that General Xiang Yu has worked hard and made great achievements. He is leaving the city this time, and he will go for ten days. There must be an urgent military situation. We Originally, I wanted to come to comfort you personally, but I have a minor ailment, so I should send Song Xiang to see you." Xiang Yu said: "Xiang Yu violated the military order and should be punished." Song Xiang said: "Oh, the general is wrong. King Huai also said that it was caused by his poor military order. The general is a pillar of the country, how can he be punished? The king is about to tell the people of Chu, and Xiang Xiang The general apologizes, and I hope the general will not be offended." Fan Zeng interrupted him suddenly, and shouted, "Where is Zhongli Mo?" Zhong Limo entered the account, and Ji Bu followed. Fan Zeng said: "Zhong Limei, what crime should you do for disobeying the military order and going out of the camp without authorization? General Xiang Yu understands that you are a rare talent and have made many military exploits. What should I do?" Zhong Limo already understood Fan Zeng's meaning, stood up and said: "As a military judge, Zhong Limo knows the law and breaks the law, he should be executed." Fan Zeng said: "Ji Bu! Lead someone to drag him outside the gate and kill him!" Ji Bu said: "Mr. Fan, calm down. The leader of our army is General Xiang, and we are the Xiang family army. No one can command us except General Xiang Yu's order!" Ji Bu said so, staring at Song Xiang all the time. .Song Xiang was startled and tried to calm herself down, but her hands were already shaking frequently. Xiang Yu said angrily: "Fan Zeng, what are you going to do? If you kill him, then kill me first. This time it's me..." Fan Zeng interrupted him and said, "It is you who cherish the talents of our Chu country, and the king knows your painstaking efforts, so he sent Mr. Song here. Why don't you know the importance?" Seeing Fan Zeng speaking for herself, Song Xiang felt more at ease, and her hands stopped shaking. Now Xiang Yu also understood, and said, "Then let Yafu deal with it." Zhong Limei said: "The crime will be punished by death." Ji Bu said, "Then even I will be killed." Zhong Li said: "Shut up!" Everyone froze in place, not knowing what to do. Fan Zeng asked: "What does Mr. Song think?" Song Xiang said: "I think what Mr. Fan said is reasonable, but what General Xiang Yu said is also reasonable. Since General Xiang has spoken, I'd like to ask you to make a decision." Fan Zeng paused, and said: "Zhong Limei, you openly disobeyed the military order, you should be executed. But I think you have made contributions to Chu, and now it's time to employ people, King Huai is wise and cherishes talents, and beat thirty army sticks. Do you have any objections?" Only then did Ji Bu let out a sigh of relief.Zhong Limei said: "The crime will be punished, thank the king for not killing him." Fan Zeng said again: "Xiang Yu, you love your subordinates. I can forgive you. I punish you to shut yourself up and think about it for a day. Do you have any objections?" Xiang Yu said: "Xiang Yu is punished." Fan Zeng asked Song Xiang, "Is it appropriate?" Song Xiang said: "Mr. handles things well, and I worship you."