Three Kingdoms: Heir of Wolong, my father-in-law is Guan Gong

Chapter 167 Talents gather together, young Zhuge meets Qilin'er (3/8 pursuit)

Zhao Yun made a decisive decision: "Chen Feng, go find the Prime Minister immediately. Guo Huai, the governor of Yongzhou, appeared in Tianshui County, and his whereabouts are unknown now!"

Chen Feng wondered: "General, now that Ji County has been captured, what can a new Yongzhou governor do?"

Zhao Yun's expression was solemn: "General Fu Han once said that Meng Da Pan Jun of Chang'an, Zhang He of Chencang, Hao Zhao Wei Ping of Jincheng, You Chu, the governor of Longxi County, and Guo Huai, the governor of Yongzhou, were all resourceful and good at fighting."

"Our army was able to capture Ji County in a surprise attack because Ma Zun accompanied Guo Huai to inspect the defense. This was a victory without a fight, but we just happened to have good luck."

"If Guo Huai hears that Ji County has been lost, he will go to Shanggui overnight. Shanggui is located on the upper reaches of the Wei River. Now the water is so fast that a messenger asking for help can reach Chang'an in three days."

"If Meng Da hears the news and raises troops to rescue him, and we fail to capture the five counties of Longyou in time, it will definitely affect the prime minister's plan. Any detail may affect the outcome of the entire battle."

"Go quickly, don't worry!"

Chen Feng shuddered and did not dare to neglect: "I will go find the Prime Minister right now."

Zhao Yun said this in front of Liang Qiu, the commander-in-chief of Hebei County. Hearing this, Liang Qiu was frightened: He sensed the danger just by hearing that Guo Huai appeared in Tianshui County! This person is invincible!

Those who were caught were Liang Xu, the meritorious officer, and Yin Shang, the chief administrator.

Zhao Yun also set up a court in the city and asked Liang Xu to sit in the case and judge the grievances, redress the grievances if there were grievances, and punish the guilty.

After Liang Xu and others separated from Jiang Wei, they took a small road back to Ji County, but they were still a step too late.

Jiang Wei has not yet returned, and the two of them are unwilling to surrender.

Seeing Zhao Yun's courtesy, Liang Xu and Yin Shang looked at each other and remained silent.

The soldiers and people who had been benefited and had their grievances redressed rushed to tell each other.

When Zhao Yun asked about Ma Zun, Liang Xu was even more indignant: "Ma Zun is just a rat who is greedy for money and power and afraid of death. When I heard that General Zhao had made a surprise attack on Ji County, Ma Zun not only did not take us back to the city to defend it, but he wanted to abandon the city and leave." .”

When Ma Zun was the prefect of Tianshui County, he was greedy for money and power, and arbitrarily hunted and killed the "remnants of the Han Dynasty", which angered many Tianshui people.

He originally wanted to secretly go to Guangwei County to ask for help, but he was unexpectedly noticed by Zhang Zhang of the rear army.

Zhao Yun even ordered to express condolences to the elderly. If someone was short of food and clothing, he would send money and food;

"Just now I asked who is a virtuous person in Ji County, and Captain Liang praised Liang Gongcao and Chief Yin. When I met today, it turned out that both of them are loyal and courageous people."

Liang Xu glanced at it and saw that there were no traces of fighting outside the city of Ji County, and shouted: "Liang Qiu, how dare you betray the lord and offer the city?"

"After Ma Zun became the prefect of Tianshui County, he wanted to appoint Jiang Wei as a general, but Jiang Wei was a high-ranking official in the county and did not want to be a general. Ma Zun was angry with Jiang Wei, so he forcibly made Jiang Wei his doctor and asked Jiang Wei to serve him around."

Liang Qiu and Liang Xu were both from Jixian County with the surname Liang. After being scolded by Liang Xu, they immediately felt ashamed and did not dare to look at Liang Xu.

Zhao Yun's eyes were slightly sharp, and he bowed his hands to Liang Xu and Yin Shang: "Liang Duwei is not a traitor to the city, but he cares about the Han Dynasty and does not want to serve Cao Wei, so he abandoned the secret and surrendered to the Han Heavenly Army."

"The doctor Jiang Wei asserted that the troops coming to capture Ji County would not exceed five thousand men. As long as we defend, we can resist them. But that rat Ma Zun actually angrily denounced us as thieves and said that we cannot be trusted!"

Liang Qiu looked up when he heard the sound and exclaimed: "Liang Gongcao, Chief Yin, how could it be you?"

Now seeing that Zhao Yun not only did not commit any crimes after entering the city, but also rewarded merits and punished crimes, relieved the hungry and cold, and expressed condolences to the elderly. Comparing these two things, even Liang Xu and Yin Shang couldn't help but admire him.

"Cao Pi usurped power and deceived the emperor, and he showed no mercy to the people. Why did the two wise men bother to be loyal to Cao Pi?"

It turns out that Zhao Yun was the most cautious in using troops. Even if he arrived at Ji County with great momentum, he would still leave supporting troops behind.

"My family members are all in the city and we dare not abandon the city with Ma Zun, so Jiang Wei made a plan. He will go to Gui to ask Guo Huai for orders, while we will return to Ji County to defend the city first."

Zhao Yun was shocked and said: "There is such a talented person in Ji County! Who is this Jiang Wei?"

Liang Xu and Yin Shang's expressions changed suddenly.

"General Zhao, Jiang Wei is skilled in military affairs and courageous. He is a sergeant in Liangzhou. Although Jiang Wei has gone to ask Guo Huai for orders, his original intention is to protect the elders of Hebei County and his mother, wife and children at home."

Immediately.

The general arrived with a group of people under his breath: "General, I was on guard in the rear army and found this group of people sneaking around, so I surrounded them. Some of them ran away."

Seeing this, Zhao Yun was not embarrassed and said: "It seems that you two don't trust me. How about this, you two can watch my performance after entering the city before making a decision."

Liang Xu also said: "Ma Zun is a treacherous and treacherous man. I predict that Jiang Wei will be framed by Ma Zun when he goes to Shanggui. If Jiang Wei comes back, I would like to surrender Jiang Wei."

When Zhao Yun saw that Liang Xu and Yin Shang strongly recommended and protected Jiang Wei, he was even more surprised by Jiang Wei and promised: "If Jiang Wei is really a filial and righteous person, I will not embarrass him!"

And after entering the city.

Just now.

Simultaneously.

Yin Shang was interested in recommending Jiang Wei and said: "Jiang Wei's father Jiang Juan was once a meritorious officer in the county. When the Qiang and Rong rebelled, Jiang Jiong stood up to defend the county guard and died on the battlefield. Jiang Wei was awarded the title of Zhonglang. Participate in the military affairs of this county."

Zhang Zhu, who was ambushing the main road, happened to bump into Liang Xu and others who wanted to steal. Liang Qian reacted quickly and left first. Liang Xu and Yin Shang were unable to escape and were surrounded by Zhang Zhang.

During the discussion, people reported that Jiang Wei was provoking a fight outside the city.

In just half a day, most of the people in Hebei County disappeared due to the fear of Zhao Yun's arrival.

"I hope General Zhao can take pity on Jiang Wei's filial piety and don't make things difficult for him."

Zhao Yun asked his deputy general Zhang Zhu to order the army not to harass the people, nor to take property from the people's homes without permission.

"However, Jiang Wei liked to study Kangcheng Gong Confucian classics since he was a child, and he was loyal and righteous. He often longed for the Han Dynasty, and was hated by Ma Zunji for this."

Liang Xu and Yin Shang discussed it and decided to ask Zhao Yun to surrender.

"If the two wise men are willing to serve the Han Dynasty again, I would like to treat them as distinguished guests."

Zhao Yun asked calmly: "How many people are here?"

He replied: "Only a few horses!"

Zhao Yun laughed loudly: "You dare to come and challenge me with only a few cavalry, how brave you are! Get my gun! When I leave the city, I will meet this handsome man from Hebei County."

Seeing the different expressions on Liang Xu and Yin Shang's faces, Zhao Yun reassured them: "Don't worry, I just see Jiang Wei's boldness and hunting desire, and want to have a fight with Jiang Wei."

"Zhang Zhang, you, Liang Gongcao and Chief Yin go to invite Jiang Wei's mother, wife and children to the tower. Don't lose etiquette!"

Liang Xu and Yin Shangmian were puzzled.

Zhang Zhu explained with a smile: "General Zhao once stood alone at the gate of the village in the Han River, facing thousands of Cao soldiers without changing his expression. Your Majesty even praised General Zhao for his courage, and he was also known as the mighty tiger in the army. General."

"General Zhao likes bold people the most. Today I saw Jiang Wei riding a horse and fighting, and I heard two people say that Jiang Wei is a talented man. He must have a love for talents. Don't be suspicious!"

Liang Xu and Yin Shang looked at each other and breathed a sigh of relief.

Outside Ji County.

Jiang Wei, Liang Qian, Shangguan Zixiu and other horsemen stood with spears.

The summer wind blows, adding to the sadness.

"Later the Han will leave the city, and I will challenge him to fight. If I am lucky enough to capture the Han general alive, I will take the Han general and release Liang Gongcao, Chief Yin and others as well as my family members."

"If I cannot win, you and others will flee to Guangwei County, and I will cut off the rear for you."

Jiang Wei spoke in a low tone, and the spear he held tightly trembled.

Liang Qian said angrily: "Why does Bo Yue look down on us? If we were afraid of death, we would have fled long ago. Why should we return with Bo Yue?"

Shangguan Zixiu also said: "The worst we can do is die with Bo Yue. We are not the kind of rats like Ma Zun who are greedy for life and afraid of death!"

Several riders behind him also raised their guns and shouted: "I am willing to fight to the death!"

Jiang Wei's heart was touched, he held the spear tightly, his trembling disappeared, and he shouted boldly: "Okay! If you don't succeed today, you will die!"

Not long after.

The city gate opens.

Just when Jiang Wei and others were preparing for the attack, they saw only one horse running out of the city.

White robes, silver armor, white horses and silver spears, showing the bravery of generals.

"There is only one rider?"

Both Jiang Wei and Liang Qian were astonished.

And at this time.

However, the soldiers in the tower raised their weapons one after another and shouted "Tiger's power", "Tiger's power" and "Tiger's power" in unison.

Zhao Yun waved his hand, and the shouts from the tower suddenly stopped.

Seeing this, Jiang Wei and others' expressions became solemn.

The sound of "tiger's power" and the stillness of the order all prove the extraordinaryness of the coming general!

Zhao Yun raised his gun and shouted: "I am Zhao Yun, the general of the Yi Army under the command of the Emperor of Han Dynasty. Who is Jiang Wei?"

Jiang Wei saw that although Zhao Yun was old, he had a calm demeanor and was extremely strong. He did not dare to be careless and raised his gun in salute: "Tianshui Jiang Bo is here! Old general, are you willing to fight with me?"

"If I'm lucky enough to win, please let the old general release Liang Gongcao, Chief Yin Shang, and my family members."

"If my skills are not as good as others, I am willing to listen to the old general's disposal. I only ask for mercy for my family and me!"

Zhao Yun laughed loudly: "You are so young and have such courage, which is admirable. I will fight with you. No matter you win or lose, I will not embarrass you and your family."

Jiang Wei calmed down, took a deep breath, raised his gun and galloped towards Zhao Yun, not forgetting to shout a reminder: "Old general, be careful!"

Although Zhao Yun is over fifty, his arm strength is still the same as before.

After the shot went down, Jiang Wei felt the power from the spear, and couldn't help but secretly exclaimed: This general has entered the age of destiny, but he didn't expect that he still has such divine power.

Zhao Yun was also amazed: I never thought that Jiang Wei would react like this. When I fired, ordinary soldiers could not even dodge, let alone resist. Jiang Wei could not only avoid it easily, but also used his spear to relieve my strength.

After several battles, Jiang Wei became more energetic and became more courageous as he fought.

Zhao Yun, on the other hand, cherished his talent even more and wanted to capture Jiang Wei alive. He did not use any life-and-death killing moves on the battlefield, but only fought with Jiang Wei.

As time passed, Jiang Wei also became aware of Zhao Yun's intentions.

Jiang Wei didn't want to admit defeat, so he pretended to be defeated and left. He then laid down on his saddle and took his bow, preparing to win with hidden arrows. When preparing for a sneak attack, Jiang Wei hesitated for a while, and when he turned around to shoot an arrow, he shouted: "Old general, look at the arrow!"

Seeing Jiang Wei's defeat, Zhao Yun was already on guard. When Jiang Wei shouted, he hurriedly evaded to the right, and the arrow grazed Zhao Yun's helmet.

"Ugh!"

Jiang Wei held his bow and sighed, with mixed feelings in his heart.

Seeing this, Zhao Yun also picked up his bow and arrow, and laughed: "It is disrespectful to come and not return! Jiang Wei, you also avoid my arrow!"

The sound of a bowstring was heard, and before Jiang Wei could turn his head, the arrow hit the feather on Jiang Wei's helmet.

Seeing Zhao Yun's superb archery skills, Jiang Wei's mood became even more complicated.

I want to win but can't win, I want to admit defeat but I can't give in!
Suddenly.

A familiar call sounded from the tower: "Weier!"

Jiang Wei was horrified. When he saw the old mother, wife and children at the top of the city, he couldn't help but burst into tears: "Mother, my child is incompetent! I can no longer serve my mother."

Jiang Wei threw his spear to the ground angrily, dismounted and bowed: "Old General, please keep your promise and only deal with me. Spare me, my mother, my wife and my children."

Zhao Yun turned over and dismounted, hung the spear in his hand on the horse, and quickly stepped forward to help Jiang Wei: "Bo Yue, get up quickly! How can I embarrass you after you are a hero and righteous man?"

"I entered the city without doing any harm to the people of Hebei County. Liang Xu, Yin Shang and others were all convinced and surrendered. They also strongly recommended Bo Yue to me."

"I didn't want to fight with you, but when I heard that you were riding several horses to fight, I couldn't help but think that you were so bold at your age."

"That's why I'm so happy to see you. I want to fight with you."

Jiang Wei was startled and raised his head to look at Zhao Yun. He saw that Zhao Yun's eyes were sincere and not false at all. He felt even more admiration in his heart: "Old General, I am not as courageous as I am!"

Zhao Yun then led Jiang Wei and others into the city. They saw that his mother, wife and children were all well, and heard that Liang Xu, Yin Shang and others had said that Zhao Yun was treating the people well in the city.

Jiang Wei came to Zhao Yun again, knelt down on one knee, raised his hands and said, "Since Cao Wei usurped power, I have always wanted to return to the Han Dynasty, but I am worried about whether the Han Dynasty can be revived."

"Today I saw the general treating the people of Ji County well, and I have a clear understanding in my heart."

"The Poetry says: 'A gentleman is a gentleman, and his manners are not excessive.'"

“Wherever the soldiers of benevolence and righteousness pass by, they will be like timely rain, and both the soldiers and the people will be happy.”

“Therefore, Yao conquered Huandou, Shun conquered Sanmiao, Yu conquered Gonggong, Tang conquered Xia Jie, King Wen of Zhou conquered Chongguo, and King Wu of Zhou conquered Shang Zhou. These two emperors and four kings all marched across the world with benevolent and righteous soldiers.”

"The general marched in Ji County with benevolent and righteous troops, which shows the benevolence of the emperor of the Han Dynasty. Jiang Wei is not talented, so he is willing to do his part for the revival of the Han Dynasty!"

Zhao Yun saw that Jiang Wei was not only brave and good at fighting, but also well-educated, and he liked him even more. He helped Jiang Wei up and said, "It is a blessing for the Han Dynasty that Bo Yue can help the Han Dynasty! Tomorrow I will send troops to Guangwei County, and this Ji County will be handed over." I made an appointment with Bo."

Jiang Wei asked for orders: "I am willing to help the general capture Guangwei County!"

Zhao Yun shook his head: "Bo Yue, it's not that I don't trust you. It's just that you have just surrendered. If you try to defraud Guangwei County, it will be an insult to your reputation."

Jiang Wei was even more moved when he saw that Zhao Yun would rather take care of his own reputation than quickly take over Guangwei County.

the other side.

Chen Feng quickly met Zhuge Liang.

Zhuge Liang was also surprised when he learned that Guo Huai appeared in Tianshui County and his whereabouts were unknown: "Guo Huai is very good at strategy. If he learns that there are soldiers and horses attacking Tianshui County, he will definitely guess my intention."

"If Guo Huai goes to Gui and sends people to Chang'an, Meng Da will know about the attack on Longyou within three days at most, and Meng Qi's suspicious soldiers will not be able to hide it from Meng Da."

Plans can't keep up with changes.

Although Zhao Yun successfully captured Ji County, Guo Huai's unexpected appearance in Tianshui County was unexpected.

Zhuge Qiao immediately asked for orders: "Prime Minister, Wu Dang's flying army is the best at attacking. Please allow me to go to Shanggui first. Burn the ferry at Shanggui to prevent the Wei army from taking the opportunity to go north along the Wei River."

Zhuge Liang rejected Zhuge Qiao's request: "Bosong has other important responsibilities. If time is wasted in Shanggui, it will inevitably affect other arrangements."

"Who wants to go up to Gui?" Zhuge Liang looked at the generals.

The brave general Feng Xi asked for orders: "The last general is from Nanjun. He knows the water and terrain well. I would like to ask for orders to go to Shanggui."

Zhuge Liang nodded and took the order: "General Feng, Guo Huai is good at fighting and resourceful. He will station a large number of troops at the ferry. If it can be burned, burn it. If it can't be burned, keep a close eye on Shanggui. Don't fight easily with the defenders of Shanggui."

Feng Xi accepted the order solemnly: "The last general will live up to the prime minister's trust!"

After letting Feng Xi go to Shanggui, Zhuge Liang urged the army to move quickly.

Just traveled for half a day.

Zhao Yun sent another messenger to arrive.

"Report!"

"Prime Minister, after General Zhao captured Ji County, he recruited and surrendered the lieutenant Jiang Wei, the meritorious officer Liang Xu, the chief secretary Yin Shang, the chief secretary Liang Qian, the captain Liang Qiu, the county official Shangguan Zixiu and other county officials."

"He also strongly recommended the doctor Jiang Wei, saying that he was both civil and military and loyal and diligent. He was a rare unicorn talent."

"General Zhao has left Jiang Wei to guard Ji County and personally led the troops to Guangwei County."

Ma Di was shocked when he heard this: "How can General Zhao leave the surrendered general to defend the city? If the surrendered general rebels again, not only will the prime minister's army be blocked, but General Zhao will also be attacked from both sides."

"Prime Minister, please send one of my troops to Ji County first to replace Jiang Wei in defending the city."

Zhuge Liang did not answer, but asked the messenger carefully for details.

Hearing Jiang Wei's cavalry challenge, Zhao Yun already made a judgment in his mind when he rode out of the city to fight Jiang Wei again.

"Bosong, what do you think?" Zhuge Liang looked at Zhuge Qiao, there was no anxiety in his tone.

Zhuge Qiao pondered for a moment and said: "General Zhao has always been cautious. Since Jiang Wei can be recommended by General Zhao, he must be loyal and courageous."

"Having Jiang Wei guard Hebei County is enough to prevent chaos in Hebei County. As a precaution, the Prime Minister should march quickly and establish a foothold in Hebei County to supervise the military and administration of the five counties of Longyou."

Ma Su said anxiously: "Uncle, General Fu Han, that Jiang Wei is a subordinate general! How can a subordinate general be entrusted with important tasks so easily?"

Ma Di panicked when he heard that Zhao Yun recommended Jiang Wei highly, saying that he was a rare Qilin talent with both civil and military skills and was loyal and diligent.

This time to capture Longyou, Zhuge Liang deliberately asked Ma Di to supervise the five counties of Longyou, and Ma Di was also aware of Zhuge Liang's intentions.

Now that people have not arrived at Longyou, Jiang Wei, who has the talent of Qilin, appears at this critical moment!
Ma Su was worried that Zhuge Liang would change his mind and let Jiang Wei come to supervise the five counties of Longyou. He would inevitably become hostile to Jiang Wei in his heart.

When Zhuge Qiao saw that Ma Di was targeting Jiang Wei, he had a suspicion in his mind, so he defended Zhao Yun and said: "General Zhao has always been calm and will not treat the prime minister's important affairs as trivial matters."

"Ma Canjun also said that the principle of using troops against Longyou is to 'attack the heart first, attack the city below, fight with the heart first, and fight with soldiers below'. Now that Jiang Wei and other heroes from Hebei County have come to surrender, it just proves that against Longyou The principle of using troops is in line with the actual situation."

"As the saying goes, you should not trust those who employ them, but do not trust those who are suspicious. General Zhao hired Jiang Wei out of trust in Jiang Wei. If the prime minister sends another general to guard Ji County, wouldn't it make Jiang Wei and others suspicious?"

"Generals are suspicious of each other. This is a taboo in marching troops. Ma Shenjun is familiar with the art of war and should understand this truth."

Ma Su suddenly choked up: "Of course I understand! It's just that you need to be cautious when marching, and don't ruin the entire layout of Longyou just because of your carelessness."

Zhuge Qiao then asked Zhuge Liang for orders: "Prime Minister, Ma's concerns about joining the army are not unreasonable. If the flying army cannot march quickly, why not let me go to Ji County first."

"Going as me, Jiang Wei and others will not doubt themselves; just in time, I also want to meet the unicorn talent that General Zhao calls him."

Jiang Wei was nineteen and Zhuge Qiao was seventeen, both of whom were similar in age.

As Zhuge Liang's Qilin son, it is reasonable to go to see Tianshui's Qilin talents.

Zhuge Liang pondered for a moment and said: "In that case, Bo Song can quickly go to Ji County. Remember not to conflict with Jiang Wei."

"Youchang, you have passed your thirties, your mind should be calmer, and don't get impatient when things happen."

Ma Su felt a shiver in his heart, knowing that Zhuge Liang was trying to remind him, so he quickly said: "I will bear in mind the Prime Minister's teachings."

Zhuge Qiao then summoned generals Wang Ping and led the Wudang flying army to Ji County on a starry night journey.

It is said that Xia Houyuan was very good at marching, he could cover five hundred miles in three days and a thousand miles in six days.

Zhuge Qiao's Wudang Flying Army was no less impressive. This group of powerful soldiers who were accustomed to climbing mountains and ridges in the South China area were even more comfortable walking on mountain roads like Qishan Road.

For Wudang Feijun, going more than a hundred miles day by day is only a little tired.

If the marching speed is not fast, how can it be called a "flying army!"

In just one day, Zhuge Qiao led the Wudang flying army to Ji County.

Jiang Wei, Liang Xu and others were also horrified when they heard about the arrival of Zhuge Qiao and Wudang Feijun.

Liang Qian was worried: "General Zhao said before leaving that the distance between Prime Minister Zhuge and Ji County would take at least three days. How come there are troops arriving in less than two days? Could it be that Prime Minister Zhuge is waiting for us? worried?"

Liang Xu also said: "It takes at least half a day for the messenger to report the news from Ji County. In other words, this army arrived in Ji County in just one day? Or is it the troops deployed by Prime Minister Zhuge in advance?"

Jiang Wei frowned: "Don't make rash guesses. Ask the other party why they are here first."

Everyone did not dare to neglect and came to the city head one after another.

When Wang Ping saw a crowd gathering at the top of the city, he knew that the rightful master was here, so he stepped forward and shouted: "Prime Minister Zhuge was very happy to hear that there are many talented people gathering in Hebei County, and even more talented people like Qilin have emerged."

"The Prime Minister is worried that he has neglected you, so he specially ordered Zhuge Qiao, the general assisting the Han Dynasty, to lead five troops of Wudang Fei, one hundred and thirty miles away, to Ji County to reward the army and appease the people."

Liang Xu and others' expressions changed again, and there was a lot of discussion.

"One hundred and thirty miles away every day, how is this possible?"

"The soldiers and horses under the city are looking at them. Although they are tired, they are arrayed in order. They don't look like a tired army."

"General Zhuge Qiao of the Assistant Han Dynasty? General Zhao seems to have mentioned it before. Now that I remember, he is the eldest son of Prime Minister Zhuge. He is only seventeen years old this year!"

"Bo Yue, can you guess what Prime Minister Zhuge means?"

Jiang Wei narrowed his eyes and looked at Zhuge Qiao behind Wang Ping, who was riding a horse and holding a whip.

a long time.

Jiang Wei smiled and said: "Open the city gate! Zhuge Qiao has no ill intentions. He is able to keep his army in good order even though he is traveling a hundred and thirty miles away. He is indeed worthy of the title of flying army!"

"Prime Minister Zhuge is worthy of being a talented person in the world. His eldest son is two years younger than me, but he can command the army well. General Zhao praised me for my talent as a unicorn, but I said that Zhuge Qiao is the real unicorn!"

(End of this chapter)