Chapter 28 Chapter Twenty Eight
Outside the Hall of the King of Han, Xiao He and Han Xin walked side by side.
Han Xin said, "Do you know where I got this plan from?"
Xiao He said: "How do I know this?"
Han Xin said, "It's the grain and grass map you gave me."
Xiao He said: "This, please tell the general clearly."
Han Xin said: "The Wei River flows from Longxi to Baoji, naturally forming a channel. The lower reaches of the Wei River is Xianyang. Based on the convenience of transportation, the Qin imperial family built an official warehouse here to store grain, called Chen Cang. I then I discovered this level after studying the blueprints. The hinterland of this level is small and cannot accommodate too many defenders, and the mountain road is rugged, and the army cannot be stationed, so troops can only be sent to help in emergencies. It is extremely beneficial." Han Xin paused, looked at Xiao He more proudly and said, "And in the Qinling Mountains, the only thing that can accommodate a larger army is the natural channel formed by the Wei River, and the terrain here is hidden. High sex, less easy to be found when dark."
Xiao He said: "So that's how it is. Even if I look, I can't see the way the general saw."
Han Xin said: "I also tell you the truth. Although the advantage of your picture is that it clearly marks all the granaries, but some places are not properly marked."
Xiao He asked, "Why does the general know so clearly?"
Han Xin said: "Because, I have personally inspected those places, and even hand-painted the drawings."
Xiao He said: "A general's military has no size or detail. In my opinion, this Eastern Expedition must be triumphant."
Another day later, Liu Bang and Xiao He were drinking in the Hanwang Palace.Liu Bang was already half drunk, and said: "Come on, Prime Minister, drink up this cup!"
Xiao He said: "The subject is really invincible... the power of wine..."
Liu Bang said: "This is the eve before the start of the war. As long as we take this step tomorrow, we will fight it out! Although Han Xin has made careful plans, there is no room for any mistakes. Otherwise, it will bring disaster to the brothers!"
Xiao He said: "Your Majesty, you don't have to think about it. The general's strategy is not wrong!"
Liu Bangdao: "If it's not the prime minister, how dare you entrust it to him. If there is a mistake, why not bury everyone together!"
Xiao He smiled and said, "Your Majesty can't afford to say that!"
Liu Bangdao: "Do you know why you are here?"
Xiao He said: "Your Majesty has entrusted you with your ministers."
Liu Bang said: "That's right. Tonight, I am not the lord, and you are not the prime minister. I am still the old Liu Bang, and you are still the old Xiao He. Remember, I was ordered to escort the soldiers to Mount Li. Everyone else gave me fifty dollars, and you alone gave it to me." I have two hundred dollars. How can I forget this kindness? In my mind, I have always treated Cheng as a brother."
Xiao He was extremely flustered, so he avoided the table and said: "Your Majesty, you must not say that."
Liu Bang stepped forward to support him and said: "Since arriving in Nanzheng, thanks to the prime minister's system and laws, we have collected people's hearts, accumulated grain and millet, and opened up wasteland. If the prime minister hadn't worked so hard and hard, I'm afraid at this moment, my brothers, I will soon Fill the mountains and rivers with your body."
Xiao He said: "Your Majesty, don't worry about going to Guanzhong. Don't worry about everything in Shuzhong. It is the duty of a minister to feed the army. You should do your best."
Liu Bangdao: "I leave everything to you."
Xiao He said with tears in his eyes: "This time, no matter good or bad, please go all out!"
Liu Bang said: "Don't worry, Xiang Ji is certainly scary, but I am also prepared to die!"
Liu Bang's eyes flickered, showing a determined look.
Xiao He said: "These ministers have been planning and planning for the king these days. After entering the pass, there are a few important things that must be done! Please let the king speak for you!"
Liu Bang said: "Prime Minister, please speak!"
Xiao He narrated under the lamp, Liu Bang listened carefully and kept nodding his head...At dawn, two scouts of Zhang Han were doing routine reconnaissance. They felt a little wobbly while sitting on the horse, but they didn't take it seriously .A scout jumped off his horse, came to a big tree, and peed.Another scout sat on his horse and waited for him.
The pissing scout felt the tremors of the earth becoming more and more distinct... He poked his neck out from behind the tree to peer.The dense fog in the forest gradually dispersed, and Zhou Bo and Guan Ying led the troops to kill out of the forest mang!The soldiers are like locusts and tigers, constantly rushing out of the dense forest!
The scout was startled, and just about to shout, a feathered arrow shot through his throat.
The scout on the horse was terrified, turned around and hit the horse and fled!However, he was soon hit by several crossbow arrows and fell into the dust.There was only one frightened horse left...a general galloped into the palace of King Yong.Zhang Han is reading a letter written by himself.
The general said loudly: "Report to the king, Chen Cang has found signs of Han army activity."
Zhang Han got up and said, "Is there such a thing?"
At this time Zhang Ping came from behind and asked, "Brother, did the Han army really arrive at Chencang?"
Zhang Han said: "Impossible. The plank road has not been repaired. Where did the Han soldiers come from? Can they really fly high?"
Zhang Ping said: "Having said that, we should not take it lightly. It is always good to have a precaution."
Zhang Han said: "Send someone immediately to Chencang to find out!"
The general replied: "Here."
Before he finished speaking, he saw a spy report coming again, saying: "Report to the king, and found that there are soldiers deserting from Chencang to Feiqiu."
When Zhang Han heard this, he was a little surprised and said: "Here, the Han soldiers did not pass the plank road. Where did they come from? Could it be that there is another path to get out of Chencang?"
Zhang Ping said: "Brother, no matter what the situation is, we should immediately lead the troops to stop the Han army."
Zhang Han said: "Give me an order to immediately organize the army and march towards Chencang."
The surprise soldiers of the Han army came out of Chencang, and Zhang Han got the news and led his troops to stop them.Along the way, I saw only deserters, but not the fleeing people.It turned out that wherever the Han army went, it did not disturb the people, and there was no need for the people to run away.Zhang Han didn't expect the Han army's military discipline to be so strict, and his soldiers were a little scared to stop fighting.After such a battle is fought, the result can be imagined.Zhang Han was quickly defeated and ran back quickly.
Xia Houying came to report to Han Xin, saying: "Zhang Han was defeated by our army. But he is a man who is accustomed to fighting, and there are still many soldiers, so he gathered his troops again and prepared to fight again."
Han Dao said: "I know Zhang Han's tricks well, so I don't panic. Let the front team of our army chase after them carefully, and don't go too deep into the enemy's line, lest they take the opportunity to counterattack. My main team, in the middle and adjourned, can not only guard, but also I can respond at any time. When Zhang Han returns to the army and fights for his life, I can also fight as before without panic."
Xia Houying said: "Thinking that Zhang Han once led the Qin army to defeat the armies of the princes, how could he have imagined that he would be so vulnerable to a general."
Han Xin flicked Zhang Han's flag off the blueprint with his fingers, and said, "In my eyes, Han Xin, Zhang Han is just a pawn."
In the Palace of King Yong, Zhang Hanzheng and his deputy were nervously looking at the maps.The butler came and went with the shuttle, packing up his things and preparing to retreat.
Zhang Han said: "You can't retreat to the east! You can't just retreat!"
The lieutenant general said: "Your Majesty! I can't stop it! It is reported that Liu Bang's troops have crossed Chencang!"
Zhang Han asked: "The messenger who asked for help from King Sai, has he returned..."
The lieutenant replied: "No! Not a single one!"
Zhang Han scolded: "Bastard! Send more people immediately, and ask for help as soon as possible!"
The lieutenant general responded, "Here!"
Zhang Han said: "Another order from me, all soldiers and horses, follow me to meet the enemy, kill those who retreat without authorization, and kill those who escape! Go quickly!"
The lieutenant general responded again: "Of order!" Then he ran out.
All the leaders and deputy generals have gone out, and the place is in a mess.A long follower stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, let's go!"
Zhang Han was about to leave when he suddenly turned around and stared at the piles of bamboo slips written by him on the book table and on the table.So he strode forward, grabbed the grease lampstand, and threw it over fiercely.Flames quickly sprang up, and the raging fire ignited the "Yongwangzhang" banner hanging on the wall.
Zhang Ping said: "Brother, why bother!"
Zhang Han said: "You can't take it away, and you can't fall into the hands of the Han army. Zhang Ping, you lead your troops to stand firm, and I will go to Feiqiu to lead troops to meet the enemy." After speaking, he strode out, and there was already a big fire behind him.
Han Xin took Chen Cang, and his next goal was to abolish Qiu.Zhang Han used Feiqiu as his base camp to deploy troops and generals, and formed a line between Feiqiu and the north and south, surrounded by mountains and rivers, making it difficult to break through.Nanzheng and these two cities formed a rivalry. Even if the Han army captured one of these two cities, Zhang Han could still advance with the whole army and push the Han army to the other side.
Han Xin pondered and said, "Nowadays, there is only one way to completely break the deadlock and break out of Hanzhong."
Lu Wan asked, "What way?"
Han Xin said: "Nanzheng and Feiqiu are not connected with Chu, but Nanyang is separated in the middle. If you can persuade Wang Linggong of Nanyang to be our countermeasure, and form a pincer attack with us, why worry about Feiqiu attacking us?" No more? Master Lu, I heard that you have a very good relationship with Wang Ling, and this important task belongs to you."
Lu Wan said: "I don't have any friendship with Duke Wang Ling, so I can't follow orders."
Lu Wan was extremely polite and courteous, and Han Xin had nothing to say.
Soon, Han Xin found an opportunity to discuss the war with Liu Bang.
Han Xin sighed and said: "Actually, I already have a method to conquer the abandoned hills, but I can't find a suitable candidate. The king's tomb in Nanyang is strong and strong, and he is very popular in Nanyang. His sphere of influence is just located in Chu. Between the land and Guanzhong. If this person can submit to the king, then Nanyang will become my temporary barrier, which will be extremely beneficial to me."
Liu Bangdao: "That's true. It's just that Wang Ling's temper is the most arrogant. King Xiang promised him a high-ranking official, but he still can't subdue him. It's not easy!"
Han Xin said: "This is exactly what I am worried about. As long as there is Wang Linggong as a supporter, I will definitely take down Feiqiu. If the King of Han knows who is familiar with Wang Ling, he can send him to lobby."
Liu Bangdao: "Well... I remember that Lu Wan and Wang Ling have a good personal relationship, why don't you talk to Lu Wan? Come and pass on Lu Wan."
After a while Lu Wan came over, and Liu Bang said to him, "Now we are going to attack Feiqiu with all our strength. Wangling's sphere of influence is very beneficial to us. I want to win him over. I heard that you have a good relationship with him, is that true?"
Lu Wan replied naturally: "Yes."
Liu Bang asked again: "Then you go to lobby him, is it feasible?"
Lu Wan said: "No problem, I will definitely live up to the king's high expectations!"
Liu Bang nodded and said: "Well, then after you come back from Han, you can do this."
Lu Wan saluted Liu Bang and left.Han Xin looked at Liu Bang, and the two looked at each other. Liu Bang looked calm and natural, and said nothing.Han Xin also pretended nothing happened.
Outside the city, Fan Kuai is leading troops to attack the city.Han Xin supervised the battle in the rear.I saw the Han army setting up the ladder, and the soldiers climbed straight to the city wall.
Zhang Ping became anxious on the city wall, and commanded the soldiers to shoot arrows downward.
The soldiers of the Han army were shot down one after another. Seeing this, Fan Kui was furious. With his shield on his left and his sword on his right, he strenuously stepped forward, climbed the ladder first, and chopped off several heads.
The guards were caught off guard and dropped their helmets and armor one after another.Taking advantage of the situation, the Han army ascended the city, killed and dispersed the defenders, and opened the city gate.Fan Kuai stood on the city wall, waving the flag of the Han army vigorously.
Han Xin praised: "A true warrior."
Fan Kuai entered Han Xin's tent and bowed down.
Han Xin stepped forward to help him up and said: "The general is brave, he is really the number one good general in our army. I have already reported to the King of Han, and the general's reward will arrive soon."
Fan Kuai said: "I just want to kill for fun, I don't think too much. That's it, thank you, General."
Han Xin said: "This battle has been successfully defeated, but Zhang Han is still holding on to the abandoned hill, and it is difficult to attack."
Fan Kuai said, "I'll take all of his cities."
Han Dao said: "This Zhang Han is no better than Zhang Ping, it is very difficult to deal with, general, don't underestimate the enemy. Wait until I go to check the ruined hills and the city, and then make a plan."
Standing on the wall of the ruined hill city, Zhang Han saw Han troops not far away.
Zhang Ping stood aside discouragedly and said: "It was a good fight, but I failed to fight well. I am willing to be punished."
Zhang Han said: "This is not the time to talk about this. Right now, the Han army is right in front of us, and we are besieged in the city. Let's think about how to retreat from the enemy."
Zhang Ping said: "How about we fight to get out of the city?"
Zhang Han said: "No, isn't Han Xin waiting for us to leave the city? This time, we were ambushed."
Zhang Ping said: "If you defend the city, how sure are you?"
Zhang Han said: "If you defend, there is still a chance of winning. It is better to abandon the hill. If Han Xin wants to attack, I will wait for him, and I will kill the other. Zhang Ping, you and I will sit alternately. Don't be careless."
Zhang Ping responded, "Here."
At this time Zhang Han saw a group of troops appearing on the opposite hillside, and the leading general with awe-inspiring momentum was none other than Han Xin.
Han Xin came to the front line and looked at the abandoned hill.
Fan Kuai said: "Our army has been attacking for several days, but its defenses have not been relaxed. This Zhang Han is really not an idler."
Han Dao said: "I have circled the city for a week and looked at the surrounding environment. The way to break the city is not to have more soldiers and more generals."
Fan Kuai asked: "If you don't rely on numbers of soldiers, what will you rely on?"
Han Xin said: "Send me an order to stop the attack and wait outside the city."
Fan Kuai asked: "If you don't attack, how can you win?"
Han Dao said: "I have a good strategy to defeat the enemy." After saying that, he drove away.
Fan Kuai said: "What a weird person."
A few farmers in coir raincoats and bamboo hats were walking on the field path outside Pengcheng.Suddenly, there was an urgent sound of horseshoes behind.Several farmers hurriedly left the path and hid in the dense reed flower pond beside the path.Several Chu army knights galloped on their horses and passed by.Among the several farmers, one raised his head and watched vigilantly, but it was Lu Wan.
In Zhang Liang's apartment in Pengcheng, Zhang Liang is busy with desk work.
Sheren hurried in and whispered to Zhang Liang.
Zhang Liang said: "Quickly ask him to come in."
Sheren rushed out and led Lu Wan in.
Lu Wan was terrified and hurriedly paused and said, "See you sir."
Zhang Liang asked, "What happened to what I asked you to do?"
Lu Wan looked at Zhang Liang full of admiration, carefully took out an oilcloth bundle from her bosom, opened it, and there were brocade and silk secret pictures and bamboo tube secret documents inside, and then presented it with both hands.Zhang Liang immediately borrowed the lamp to take a closer look.
Lu Wan said: "Everything is not as expected by Mr. Tian Rong. Sure enough, Tian Rong secretly colluded with Zhao Wang and Liang Wang, and agreed to join forces. But I tried everything, but only intercepted these!"
Zhang Liang murmured: "Great, great! This is enough, Awan! These things are very important, and they will definitely come in handy. You have made a remarkable achievement."
Lu Wan said: "Fortunately, I did not disgrace my life!"
Zhang Liang said: "You have worked hard, you should rest for a few days first."
Lu Wan said: "Yes. Mr. Xie. I will take my leave."
Zhang Liang nodded, and Lu Wan stepped back.The servant hurriedly added a lamp, and Zhang Liang hurriedly read the information carefully.
Han Wangcheng's humble backyard in Pengcheng Guest House is surrounded by fences. Han Wangcheng is feeding white geese. He is also a survivor of the Six Kingdoms who is very interested in "Tao". Youzai.But Zhang Liang looked at King Han's back, but he was very anxious.
Han Wangcheng said without turning his head: "Sir, look at Dabai. He dare not eat the rest before he is full. He is so proud of being out of the pack. He really has the strength of a crane!"
Zhang Liang said: "If you have the strength of a crane, you should have left long ago."
Han Wangcheng was startled, stunned, and looked back at Zhang Liang.Zhang Liang knelt down and said with both fists, "Your Majesty, forgive me!"
Han Wangcheng dodged and said, "I'm no longer a king. You don't have to be like this. King Xiang gave me a title. Now, I am a minister of Chu."
Zhang Liang wept excitedly and said, "But in the hearts of my servants, you are still the king! Please have some ambition! Are you willing to stay here and be a guest for the rest of your life?"
Han Wangcheng said, "So what if I don't want to?!"
Zhang Liang said: "Your Majesty! What King Xiang hates most is betrayal. If Your Majesty can show our sincerity to King Xiang and show that we will always submit to him, we in Korea will regard Western Chu as our superior state and King Xiang as our superior king." .Korean subjects, no matter they are old or young, are ready to be sent by King Xiang at any time. In this way, the king will be able to restore his name and leave safely!"
Han Wangcheng asked: "Is it possible?"
Zhang Liang said anxiously: "Your Majesty! The country is the most important thing! Doesn't Your Majesty want to return to the country?"
Han Wangcheng looked up and wanted to cry and said, "Why don't you want to? After all, the grass is rough and rough, and it's not a place for a long time. It's just that there is no chance!"
Zhang Liang said: "Tomorrow, King Xiang will hold a banquet in the city. This is a good opportunity. Please make a decision early, Your Majesty!"
Inside the main hall of King Xiang of Pengcheng.At the banquet, the music was melodious and the dancers danced gracefully.Everyone toasted and mingled, very happy.The courtiers raised their lamps one after another.King Xiang raised his wine cup as a signal, proud of himself and very happy.Suddenly he found that only Zhang Liang was unhappy, so he asked what was going on.Zhang Liang said: "Please forgive me for speaking bluntly. I, Your Highness the King of Han, was the first among the princes to follow Wu Xinjun. Everyone knows that he has worked hard and made great achievements! After the division of the opera pavilion, the nineteen kings of the world each own land, and I am the only one in Han. The king cannot return to the country! Is this fair? If South Korea does not restore the country, and the king of Han cannot return to his homeland, how can I convince the people of Han land?!"
Xiang Bo also said: "Ovary is right! Korea should be restored!"
Fan Zeng glared at Xiang Bo.Xiang Yu was very embarrassed.
Zhang Liang left the table and knelt down to Jishou and said, "Please ask Xiang Wang Mingjian! It is true that His Royal Highness the King of Han has always been on good terms with the king and cannot bear to be separated, but he must miss his people! Please ask Xiang Wang to allow me to return to Yangyang. Zhai, rebuild Korea!"
Xiang Yu asked unhappily: "Mr. Rang, what do you think?"
Han Wangcheng stumbled, left the table and kowtowed: "No! I won't leave! I am willing...to serve King Xiang forever!"
Zhang Liang walked a few steps on his knees, supported Han Wangcheng, looked at each other, Zhang Liang immediately burst into tears, and said in a low voice: "My lord, have you forgotten what you said to me, your lord? You must go back, go back to your hometown!"
At first, Han Wangcheng just shrugged his shoulders, bowed his head and choked up in silence.Finally, Han Wangcheng raised his head and summoned up the courage to walk forward on his knees, bowed his head and bowed again: "King Xiang! Forgive me for nothing. If you can allow me to return to Han, I will appease the people and rebuild the country! I, Korea, will serve the West." Chu is the state, and King Xiang is the king! My soldiers will be willing to die for the king in front of the battle! My people will praise the king's great benevolence, righteousness, and great virtue from generation to generation!"
In the cold scene, the hall was unusually quiet, and the air was extremely tense.Fan Zeng stood up, trying to prevent possible changes.
Xiang Yu raised his hand coldly, and said casually: "Since Mr. Rang has this intention, why didn't you say it earlier? Well, I will allow you to return to the country, how about it?!"
Han Wangcheng fell to the ground, and finally couldn't help crying loudly: "Your Majesty! My sage King! Your Majesty's kindness is hard to repay!"
Zhang Liang also said excitedly: "I salute and thank His Majesty King Xiang!"
The generals stood up, raised their wine cups high, and cheered loudly.King Xiang held up the lamp, but there was murderous intent in his eyes.Fan Zeng understood immediately.
Two days later in the morning, a car stopped in front of the guest house in Pengcheng, and all the servants followed behind with their own burdens.Zhang Liang jumped out of the car and rushed to the inn excitedly.The servants follow.
Zhang Liang shouted: "Your Majesty! Your Majesty!"
It was quiet and empty.Zhang Liang's heart sank, and he suddenly felt ominous!He hurried into the mansion.There was still no one in the mansion, only the empty hall.Zhang Liang hurriedly turned into the inner room.Behind the curtain, Han Wangcheng's feet were seen dangling in the air, and he threw himself.The people at the foot were kneeling in a pool of blood with their swords in their hands, obviously serving the lord after committing suicide, stabbed him to death.
Zhang Liang was stunned and collapsed to the ground.The servants followed up, and when they saw this scene, they were horrified and fell to their knees one after another, crying together.
In the same morning, the servant was helping King Xiang to dress.Fan Zeng came in and said, "Your Majesty, Duke Rang left a suicide note, claiming that he was ashamed of his Majesty, that a person without virtue dare not rule the country, and can only apologize with death."
Xiang Yu nodded and said, "You caress Ranggong Sheren, and allow him to be buried in his homeland with the title of King Han."
Fan Zeng said, "There is still Zhang Liang, we can't let him go."
Xiang Yu was startled and asked, "Why?!"
Fan Zeng said: "Observing this man, the veteran has an unpredictable appearance. He is brave and resourceful. He is a real genius in the world. Without him, how could Liu Bang successfully enter the customs? If it weren't for him, how could Liu Bang escape at the Hongmen Banquet? Rang Gong is dead, he must hold a grudge, and he will definitely not be able to be used by the king, so he must be killed!"
Xiang Yu said: "Is a Zhang Liang worthy of Ya's father's fear?! Besides, that person is also considered to be kind to my Xiang family. When my uncle was alive, let me respect him a little, how can I do something ungrateful! Ya? Father said that he held a grudge, this is probably guesswork, not the truth! Forget it! Mr. Rang is dead, isn’t that enough? Just let him go!”
Fan Zeng was annoyed, he hesitated to speak.
When Zhang Liang and the others came out of the guest house of the King of Han, the coffin chariot containing the body of the King Han and the chariot carrying the officials had already been prepared outside.Everyone put on filial piety and held up banners, crying unceasingly.Zhang Liang let out a long sigh, covered his tears with his sleeve, and stamped his feet three times.The servants smashed several clay pots, and the crackling sound was endless.
Zhang Liang helps the spirit to go on the road.The coachman flicked his whip.Everyone followed the carriage, supporting the coffin.
All the servants were hurrying forward with the hearse, when suddenly, a whistle sounded in the sky.Everyone looked up.A rain of arrows fell from the sky!Everyone was hit by arrows and fell down one after another.For a moment, screams and wailing were heard endlessly.The driver of the horse was hit by an arrow, screaming, and the car overturned with a loud crash.
Amidst the sound of horseshoes, a group of Chu cavalry galloped out through the forest and intercepted the funeral procession. The strong crossbowmen got off their horses one after another to check the dead and injured.
"My lord! Zhang Liang is gone! No Zhang Liang!"
Among the Chu riders, Fan Zeng with fluttering white hair was particularly conspicuous.He got off his horse and quickly came to the overturned hearse.
Fan Zeng took a closer look and couldn't help being furious.I saw that the broken coffin was full of stones.Fan Zengfa slammed his sword on the coffin.
Zhang Liang and Lu Wan staggered across a narrow river ditch and climbed up the bank, supporting each other.I saw a few people and a car by the wild forest.The men were holding torches, waiting there.
Zhang Liang and Lu Wan carefully looked around.A man holding a torch called softly and ran towards him. It turned out to be Xiang Bo.
Xiang Bo shouted: "Ovary! Ovary!"
Zhang Liang heaved a sigh of relief, and quickly stepped forward and said, "Uncle Xiang!"
Xiang Bo said: "Ah, I'm so anxious!"
Lu Wan said: "At first I didn't dare to move, I stayed in the forest until it was dark, and then I went this way!"
Zhang Liang clung to Uncle Xiang's hand and shook it gratefully. After a long time, he came to the side of the car.The coffin of King Han was placed on the car, he caressed the coffin, speechless and sad, tears fell like rain and said: "It was I who harmed His Highness..."
Xiang Bo said: "Zifang, don't blame yourself too much. The king of Han is not blessed. This is also God's will! Hurry up and get on the road!"
Zhang Liang choked up and said, "Uncle Xiang..."
Xiang Bo said: "There will be a period later."
The two bowed and said goodbye, their eyes were worth a thousand words.The carriage started, and Zhang Liang and Lu Wan helped King Han's coffin and hurried on the road... In King Xiang's barracks in Pengcheng, Ji Bu had just returned from his inspection.Xiang Yu sat high on the seat, with a spy report in front of him.
Xiang Yu asked, "General Bu, what is the situation in Qi?"
Ji Bu said: "Reporting to Your Majesty, Tian Rong refused to accept the entrustment of the King, and had complained about the covenant of Xiting for a long time. He also spread rumors that the King was divided into three parts, and he clearly wanted the Tian family to kill each other. This guy drove away Tian Du. , Killed Tian Shi, established himself as the king in Linzi, and threatened to divide the world with the king!"
Xiang Yu brushed the spy report on the ground and laughed: "Divide the world? Tian Rong's traitor, overestimate his capabilities! I will personally lead the troops to punish this traitor!"
Fan Zeng rushed in, holding an emergency document and said: "Your Majesty, Guanzhong is in a hurry! Liu Bang is on the move! The messenger of King Yong came to ask for help!"
Xiang Yu was stunned, and said, "Didn't it be reported that he was repairing the plank road a few days ago? How could it be so fast?!"
Fan Zeng said: "Your Majesty! The construction of plank roads is a lie! The Han army attacked Guanzhong via Chencang, and the land of the Three Qins has already been missed! King Zhai and King Sai were defeated and surrendered, and King Yong retreated to the abandoned hill. The isolated city has no help, and is in danger!"
Xiang Yu was a little annoyed, and said, "This Zhang Han, why is he so vulnerable? It's so disappointing!"
Fan Zeng said: "Your Majesty, this Zhanghan is not the Zhanghan of the past! Liu Bang has always had a lot of ambition, and the land of Bashu can't trap him. I think that Guanzhong will change hands in just a few days. Tian Rong just uses it for himself. I have great ambitions and few talents, so I have nothing to worry about for the king. Only Liu Bang is the bone in my throat and a serious problem in my confidant! The king should take advantage of his unsteady foothold and rush westward to cut off this thief in one fell swoop, so as to avoid future troubles forever!"
Xiang Yu was silent, thinking.The generals looked at each other, all looking at Xiang Yu, waiting.
Xiang Yu suddenly said: "Okay! Just follow Yafu's advice. General Bu, General Mo! Check the troops and horses, I will parade the three armies!"
Ji Bu and Zhong Limo responded in unison: "Here!"
Han Xin stood outside the military tent, silently watching the distance.In the distance of the stretching company camp, there was a faint sound of drumming and joy.But here, inside and outside the general's tent is as quiet as a monastery, only the crackling of burning pine lights.
The sergeant standing guard suddenly shouted and asked: "Who is it?!" Immediately someone shouted: "The king is here!"
The sergeant waited for the military salute.Then, Liu Bang and Zhou Yu came in a hurry, followed by attendants, carrying beans and holding the wine jar.
Han Xin was startled, and hurriedly saluted: "Your Majesty! This..."
Liu Bang asked: "General, why don't you go to the banquet?"
Han Xin said: "I heard that the king held a banquet in the camp. I just arrived at the front army, so I don't want to disturb you. I am planning to patrol the camp at night and have an audience with the king tomorrow morning! I am in armor and cannot fully salute. Your Majesty forgives me!"
Liu Bang said: "The general is doing his duty, what's the crime?! I know you won't go, the widow is here! Isn't it the same where you drink!"
Saying so with a smile, Liu Bang took Han Xin's hand, and the two entered the military tent.Inside the military tent, there are maps and maps, which are very tidy.Liu Bang sat casually, pointed to the side and said, "Sit!"
Han Xin said: "I dare not!"
Liu Bangdao: "Come, don't be cautious! Tonight, you and I, the monarch and the minister, will conspire to get drunk together!"
Han Xin said: "Drinking alcohol is not allowed in the camp, and my ministers dare not break the law knowing the law."
Liu Bangdao: "What are you afraid of? There are no outsiders! If it weren't for the general, I wouldn't be here today!"
Han Xin hurriedly avoided the table and said, "How dare a humble official take the merits of heaven for himself!"
Liu Bang said: "You don't have to be too humble, general! After a big victory, there is no one who looks so sad like you. You are the commander-in-chief of the whole army! This look is disappointing!"
Han Dao said, "Your Majesty, forgive me for speaking bluntly! I am not being hypocritical. Although Your Majesty broke Xianyang and occupied the Three Qins, the current situation cannot be taken lightly. Please think about it, Your Majesty, how much better will our army be than when Your Majesty entered the pass and destroyed Qin?" different?"
Liu Bang said: "Of course it's different! The entire army is well-trained and has high morale. It's not all due to the general!"
Han Xin asked, "How many people?"
Liu Bangdao: "The number of people is less."
Han Xin said: "That's it! Zhang Han, Sima Xin, and Dong Yi used to be the heroes of Qin. The Qin soldiers in Guanzhong are the most resistant to hard battles, and they can be counted as ten! They are famous generals, and their soldiers are strong. Why are they defeated at the first touch and thousands of miles away? It's because of them They have no fighting spirit, and they don’t know why to fight! But our army’s victory lies in God’s will, the hearts of the people, and the eagerness of the soldiers to return home! It’s not all about strength!”
Liu Bang took it seriously and nodded.
Han Xin went on to say: "Your Majesty occupying Guanzhong, King Xiang will not be willing to stand still. If there are soldiers from Chu on the outside and Zhang Han fighting to break through the encirclement, what will happen to the situation in Guanzhong?"
Liu Bang jumped up, grabbed Han Xin's wrist and said, "That's right, this is exactly what I'm worried about! Does the general have any countermeasures?"
Han Xin pointed to Tuyu, on which there were small wooden blocks representing the legion.He said: "These are the two generals Cao Can and Fan Kui. At this moment, they are using each other's horns to surround the abandoned hill. The minister ordered them to surround and not fight! As long as summer comes, our army will block the river, and the water of the river will flow back. The whole river is one piece, if you don't fight, Zhang Han will be defeated!"
Liu Bang was startled, and couldn't help admiring: "This plan is very good! Then, how to resolve the worries outside the customs?"
Han Xin said: "Although King Xiang is a brave man, his army is fierce and should not be underestimated. If he raises his troops to march west, the king will not be able to stop him! Your servant, please form Sima Xin and Dong Yi into two troops. , Choose a strong general to lead, go out to the east, and disturb his sight and hearing. Please send people to contact Wei Wang and Shen Yang Wang quickly, understand the advantages and disadvantages, and persuade them to form an alliance with me and fight against the Chu army together."
Liu Bang asked again: "Where is the Wang Ling going smoothly?"
Han Xin said: "I should congratulate the king! The day when the king gallops the world is not far away!"
Liu Bang laughed and said, "Okay! Haha, it's a great fortune in my life to have a general! I'm happy today! General, it's all right! Make an exception and serve wine!"
Zhou Yu quickly waved his hand, and the attendants brought up the wine and vegetables like flowing water.The monarchs and ministers were very happy, and they held up a cup to invite them to drink.
The army marched and stopped in front of the city gate of Xianyang.Xia Houying drove up from the back of the team, and Liu Bang supported Hengshi on the car, looking around, and couldn't help being shocked. After leaving these days, Xianyang has become so dilapidated, which shows that Xiang Yu is cruel.
The elders set up an incense table at the gate of the city and placed three animals, looking forward to it.Finally, someone saw the King of Han's car and yelled loudly, and all the elders rushed up with joyful faces.
When the King of Han got out of the chariot, he couldn't help feeling sad when he saw the ragged clothes of the elders.All the elders fell to the ground and worshiped, shouting repeatedly: "King of Han! King of Han!"
Liu Bang hurriedly supported him: "Get up! Get up!"
The old man who was supported looked at Liu Bang sadly and said, "King of Han! We are looking forward to seeing you!"
Liu Bang said: "I said I would come back! How can I break my promise to my elders!"
The old man said: "King of Han, come back this time, why don't you leave?!"
Liu Bang said: "I'm not leaving! I'm not going away even if you drive me away! Elders and elders, there is thin wine in the camp. Today I will invite my elders to get drunk together!"
The parents and elders were very excited and applauded loudly.Liu Bang looked around and was overjoyed.
That night, a group of soldiers and horses suddenly came to Zhongyangli Village, Fengyi.Many soldiers from the village in Zhongyang followed Ren Ao and Shen Shiqi and ran out of the village to meet the enemy.
Seeing that all the men came with tall horses and shiny armor, they were very mighty. Although this group of rustic soldiers held swords and swords, they showed fear and barely supported them.
Shen Shiqi boldly shouted and asked: "Who is coming? Tell me your name!"
The leading soldier jumped off his horse and said, "I am waiting for the subordinates of Nanyang Wangling! My lord was entrusted by the King of Han to pick up the family of the King of Han! Here is the king's talisman!"
The soldier took out the right talisman of the talisman and threw it over.
Shen Shiqi raised his hand to catch it, Ren Ao took out the left talisman from his bosom tremblingly, combined it with the right talisman, and closed it!
Shen Shiqi said: "This, can't be wrong again?"
Cao is feeding chickens in the yard.Liu Fei came out with a bowl in his hand and said greasy, "Mom, I want to eat chicken."
Mrs. Cao said: "Eat, eat, you will eat up all this property one day."
Liu Fei said, "Father is coming back, and I will blame you for not looking strong."
Cao said: "You really have no conscience, just like your unworthy father."
Just as they were chattering, the neighbor hurried over and shouted, "Aunt Cao, Liu Bang, Liu Bang, him."
Cao asked urgently, "Is he back?"
The neighbor said: "I have a letter, I want to pick you up."
Mrs. Cao said: "Really? He is finally willing to pick us up. Liu Fei, hurry up and clean up."
Liu Fei said, "First kill the chicken for me."
Mrs. Cao grabbed Liu Fei and said, "If you want to meet your father, don't say these words, understand?"
Liu Fei said stubbornly, "Don't talk about it after eating chicken."
Cao had no choice but to slap Liu Fei on the forehead and said, "You're worthless!"
At Lu's pheasant's house, Lu's pheasant was also discussing with Shen Shiqi.
Shen Shiqi said: "All the things that should be taken are packed up, and those that cannot be taken away are also sealed in the warehouse and assigned to take care of them."
Lu Zhi said, "Very well, what else can I do?"
Shen Shiqi said: "There is something, I don't know whether to say it or not."
Lu Zhi said: "Tell me, you and I are here, what are you afraid of?"
Shen Shiqi said: "Pei Gong specifically explained that he will take Cao Shi and Liu Fei with him on this trip, should he send someone to pick him up immediately?"
Lu Zhi said: "They? Liu Bang is still thinking about them."
Shen Shiqi said: "Isn't that right. The son of Cao's family is really a top-notch one. If you take it out, you'll be disgusted..."
Just as he was talking, he saw Mrs. Cao leading Liu Fei to the door of Lu Zhi's house, and Shen Shiqi immediately stopped talking.
Lu Zhi said: "Here we come, let's see what they say."
When Mrs. Cao came in front of her, Liu Fei gnawed back with a chicken leg.Lu Zhi glanced at him in disgust.
Cao said, "I'm here today and I have something to ask you."
Lu Zhi said: "I'm right now, ask quickly."
Mrs. Cao said, "Pei Gong sent troops to fetch him, why didn't someone inform me?"
Lu Zhi said: "This soldier was indeed sent by Peigong, but I didn't hear that he was going to pick you up."
Mrs. Cao said: "Nonsense, Liu Bang will never forget us."
Lu Zhi said: "You are wrong, he just forgot all about it."
After hearing this, Liu Fei was so anxious that he only talked about Cao Shi: "Mother, he forgot about us, what should we do?"
Cao scolded: "Don't believe her words. It doesn't matter if he refuses to take me away, but this is his Liu Bang's seed, and he can't ignore it." Saying so, he pushed Liu Fei forward.
Lu Pheasant said: "He? What kind of breed is he? All serious children are asleep in the house, not a single one is missing."
Cao said: "You, Lu Zhi, when I see Pei Gong, let's see what to say!"
Lu Zhi said: "Please go ahead, I'm afraid you will never have a chance in this life."
After Lu Zhi finished speaking, he turned around and left with Shen Shiqi.
Liu Fei said, "Mom, it looks like the chicken was eaten for nothing."
On the country road inside and outside Fengpei Zhongyang, horses neighed and people shouted, three carts were waiting, surrounded by soldiers and horses from the royal tomb.Ren Ao, with a sword on his back and a few entourages, is patrolling back and forth, shouting loudly, and preparing to go on the road.Lu Zhi supported Liu Taigong and came to the front of the team.
Lu Zhi said, "Be careful."
Liu Taigong said: "Hey, hey! If we go again this time, we won't be wrong, right?"
Lu Zhi said: "No, this time it will definitely not be wrong."
Liu Taigong said: "Why don't we wait for Liu Zhong and the others?"
Lu Zhi said: "Don't worry about them when you are old, get in the car."
不由分说，吕雉将刘太公搀扶上了大车。审食其领着刘盈和鲁元，服侍他们上第二辆车。紧接着，吕也上了车。然后吕雉提着裙子，上了车。马夫催马，车队出发。
路边站着几个乡下人，呆望着。一个丑丑的女孩分开乡下人，气喘吁吁出现在吕雉身边，跟着车走着说：“能带我去吗？”
吕雉问：“你去做什么？”
女孩说：“我是夏侯家没过门的媳妇！”
吕雉问：“阿婴的媳妇？”
女孩猛地点点头说：“哎！”
吕雉望着这个脸蛋红彤彤的农家女孩，不禁心头一软，问：“你叫什么？”
女孩说：“小娴！”
吕雉微笑道：“上来吧！”说着便拉小娴，小娴猛地跳上了车。
这时候，刘仲和刘仲妻提着大小包袱，匆匆忙忙赶来，气喘吁吁的。
刘仲妻喊道：“等等！还有人哪！慢些慢些！”这么喊着，刘仲妻往车上扔了包袱，挪着胖身子就要往车上爬。
吕雉表情变了，一瞬间变得怒气冲冲，她吼道：“滚下去！不是来接你的！”
刘仲妻叫喊着说：“别撇下我们呀！会让乱兵杀死的！”
吕雉一脚将其蹬了下去，骂道：“呸！别觉得自己多了不起！没人废那个心思杀你！要死，就老死在中阳里吧！”
吕雉骂着又将他们的包袱扔下车去。包袱散了，零碎抛了一地，刘仲妻大哭，慌忙跟刘仲一道拾。刘太公很想说句什么，但看见吕雉威风凛凛的样子，赶紧打消念头，闭目缩头，假寐起来。
在马队护送下，大车在乡路上摇曳而去。
到了南阳地界王陵营中，营中军吏高举火把，一直惴惴不安等候着，见了护送兵马归来，顿时一阵跑动，将消息传了进去。
吕雉、审食其正扶刘太公下马车。在军吏的簇拥下，从大帐中出来一个高壮汉子，美髯及胸，昂首阔步，一脸热诚地说：“在下王陵，乃汉王故旧。见过太公！”
刘太公说：“恕老头子我老眼昏花，识不得贵人……”
王陵说：“在下受汉王重托，护送太公速入关中，不敢怠慢！只是事出紧急，不免劳动太甚，还请太公恕罪。”
说着话，一行人被护送向军帐歇息。只见一斥候风尘仆仆，飞马入营。他慌慌张张来到王陵面前跪倒，恳切地诉说着什么。王陵面色有异，似乎有重大事件，不住地看着太公的背影。吕雉与审食其回头看到这一幕，交换一个眼色。
第二天，出去探听消息的任敖回来报告吕雉：“夫人！不好了！项王将王陵公的母亲大人掳去了！王陵公已遣使上路，前去交涉！夫人，项王这是冲我们来的呀……”
大家一听都十分惊慌，吕雉说：“不慌！事已至此，听天由命吧。还能怎么办！”她揽过一双儿女，环视几人，泰然自若。
阳夏城门下，一辆驷马高车辚辚而来。项羽、范增等人都迎在城门之下。车至城门停住。有侍从搀扶王陵母亲下车。范增迎上。
范增道：“惊动了老人家，恕罪恕罪！”
王陵母问：“听说项王要见我老婆子？”
项羽几步迎上道：“尊老夫人驾到，有失迎迓，还望恕罪！”
王陵母亲有些惊讶，仰面望着问：“真是项王吗？可不要骗我老婆子呀！听说项王是盖世英豪，背负双翼，额生双角，这是真的吗？老婆子我眼可有些瞎，真想好好看看项王呀。”
王陵母伸出手，颤巍巍的。项羽毫不犹豫，上前单膝跪下，直视王陵母道：“就请尊老夫人看个仔细！”
王陵母笑吟吟地上前摸其脸颊，眯眼细瞧，不住地啧啧赞叹。
众人见到这个场面大惊，面面相觑。
王陵母说：“哎？没有角！不过，这下可以为乡亲夸口啦，项王，的确是堂堂美男子呀！老婆子我，能和项王坐在一起饮酒，这是多么荣耀的一件事啊。真有面子！我一辈子都不会忘记的！”
老婆婆的滑稽样惹得众人大笑。
项羽大笑，非常高兴，起身扶住王陵母说：“尊老夫人请！”
众人齐声道：“尊老夫人请！”
阳夏城内大宅内，项羽让王陵母亲坐在主宾位以表示尊重，并以饮宴招待王陵使者，希望王陵能投入项羽阵营。王陵使者端坐，强自镇定，但袍袖瑟瑟发抖。
范增举起酒盏道：“请使者阁下您回去告诉王陵公，不必担心，项王请老夫人来赴宴并无别的意思，只想表示友好，愿意结交！”
使者忙说：“是是……我主公请将老夫人迎回，不敢过分烦扰项王。实在是给大王您添麻烦了！”
蒲将军怒道：“说什么？快回去，让他自己前来拜见项王！”
项羽却是恭恭敬敬地向王陵母亲举起了酒盏道：“尊老夫人，请恕我臣下无礼。王陵公乃当世之豪杰，寡人早想结识，怎奈一直无缘。这一次，若不是经过沛县地方，也不至惊动老夫人。就请尊老夫人在我营中住些时日，等王陵公来了，你们母子团聚，寡人也好结交英雄。尊老夫人意下如何？”
王陵母亲说：“项王的意思，老婆子已经明白了。这再好不过！我那不肖儿，从小就是头犟牛！此番项王如此礼遇，再不答应，可就太不知好歹了！待会儿就让我老婆子，送送使者，顺便有几句话，捎给我那不肖儿。”
项王大喜，说：“好，就请满饮此盏。”