three kings

Chapter 305 The first intimate contact in the Central Plains
Seeing Lu Bu rushing back and forth in his army, Sun Can frowned slightly.

Lu Bu was so bold that he led only [-] soldiers and horses and dared to chase after him. He stopped the horses, shouted loudly, and led the soldiers to turn around and kill Lu Bu's army.

He asked four generals Zhao Yun, Xu Chu, Hua Xiong, and Zhang Xiu to go forward, and he led the archers to confront the enemy with bows and arrows. As soon as they met, Lu Bu reined in his horse and retreated before the confrontation, leaving only about twenty corpses of his own.

Sun Can was stunned for a while. If this continues, when will his army reach Yangdi? He followed all the way, obviously using his strengths to command the cavalry to harass and delay his journey until the other side's army came to help him.Then swallowed himself in one gulp.

Liu Hua stepped forward and said, "Lv Bu suffered a big loss not long ago, and he didn't dare to confront our army head-on, so he led two thousand light cavalry, intending to harass along the road. Slow down our army's schedule, weaken our army's morale and wait for the opponent's attack." Reinforcements, intend to win with more."

After a pause, he said seriously: "We must think of corresponding countermeasures, otherwise the consequences will be quite serious."

Sun Can nodded and understood that if the battle would greatly delay the marching time, Lu Bu might not have a direct confrontation. His purpose was to delay the marching, so it was he who most hoped to see a stalemate.But if there is no fight, Lu Bu will keep harassing, constantly harassing.If it goes on for a long time, the morale of our own army will definitely drop greatly, which is not conducive to the future situation.

"It doesn't work if you hit it, and it doesn't work if you don't fight it. Then half hit and half back." Sun Can made up his mind and said casually.

Liu Hua nodded and said, "That's the only way."

Immediately, Sun Can ordered to burn all bulky items and travel lightly.All civil servants and wounded soldiers will move forward at an accelerated pace, and those who are seriously injured or unable to move forward quickly will be dismissed.The four generals Zhao Yun, Xu Chu, Hua Xiong, and Zhang Xiu respectively led the battleable soldiers in the rear to block Lu Bu's harassment.

The order was conveyed, and the whole army moved.

Sun Can came to the rear army with a lot of worries. Seeing Qiao Ying looking around blankly, with a helpless expression on her pale face, she felt a faint pain in her heart. She had paid so much for her army. She cannot be put in danger.

"How about it, is it possible to ride a horse?" Sun Can got off the horse and came to Qiao Ying's side.

Qiao Ying glanced at her injured leg in frustration, shook her head helplessly, and said in a low voice, "I can't even walk."

Sun Can frowned slightly. Now that they have been playing the role of retreating, they must look like retreating. The wounded who cannot move must be dismissed, otherwise a little mistake will arouse the vigilance of the other party.Although Sun Can felt uncomfortable about this, it was for the soldiers' good, so he didn't need to feel guilty.

Because if they stay in their own army, they will not only slow down the speed of the army, but also sacrifice their lives for no reason. After all, the enemy will not show mercy to your soldiers just because of your wounded soldiers.If they leave, they will be safe and sound. With the severance pay, they can spend a period of time peacefully until they recover from their injuries.

Sun Can's army still retains their household registration. If they are still willing to join the war, Sun Can's army will reward them with a promotion. If they don't want to, they won't force it.It doesn't matter even if they are discovered by Yuan Shao, after all Yuan Shao has a good face, he will not embarrass some civilians who have been dismissed but are unable to fight, he is unwilling to have a "cruel" name.

Qiao Ying was an exception. She was as beautiful as a flower, and she was absolutely stunning.If she was left behind, she would not be able to leave, nor would she be able to resist, what would happen, Sun Can didn't even dare to think about it.

Qiao Ying seemed to understand Sun Can's concern, "General, don't worry about me. You don't need to delay the march because of me alone, causing more people to sacrifice for it, and causing more people to suffer from the separation of their relatives."

Speaking of this, Qiao Ying thought of her unmarried family members again, and her eyes turned red. She didn't want Sun Can to cry when she saw her, so she tried her best not to shed tears.

What a kind girl! ! !

Sun Can couldn't help secretly praising her in his heart, and strengthened his belief in not leaving her behind. He looked at Qiao Ying and said lightly, "Miss Qiao Ying, do you know the consequences of your staying?"

Qiao Ying's already pale face turned even paler. Thinking of the consequences of what she left behind, her body couldn't help shivering. She huddled her legs together with her hands and said forcefully, "It's okay, I'll be careful, it won't happen. Unexpected."

Sun Can sighed, "I'm so scared that I'm trembling, and I'm trying to be brave... Come!" Sun Can stretched out his hand to Qiao Ying, and said, "I won't leave you alone..."

Qiao Ying raised her head and looked at Sun Can with disbelief in her eyes.

Although she didn't know much, she knew that if the news got out today, it would undoubtedly deal a serious blow to Sun Can's reputation.Thinking about it again, wouldn't it be a blow to my reputation?Thinking of this, I can't help but hesitate.

"In extraordinary times, do extraordinary things. As long as you have a clear conscience, don't care what the world says." Sun Can seemed to have guessed her mind.

Qiao Ying's pretty face was flushed, she lowered her head shyly, her heart was pounding, she took a deep breath, then she raised her head bravely, and stretched out her delicate little hands.

Sun Can pulled her onto the horse, the beauty was in his arms, and Sun Can, who had no other thoughts at all, couldn't help but feel flustered. He looked down at Qiao Ying who was curled up in his arms like a sheep, and shook his head vigorously.The two rode together and galloped away with the troops.

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The main hall of Xudu Palace.

The concierge is tightly closed here, with almost no gaps exposed.

A figure sits at the top of the hall.

"Tsk, tsk, tsk" The feeling of sitting on the dragon chair is different. The man leaned on the throne where only the emperor Xu sat, with an obsessed look on his face.

He raised his head and sighed: "If one day I can sit on this seat openly, it must be a beautiful feeling."

"Report to the general, and ask for an interview." A guard's voice came from outside the hall.

That person was Yuan Shao. Ever since he entered Xudu, he couldn't wait to come to the palace, ordered the guards not to allow anyone to enter, and sat on the dragon chair he had dreamed of.

Just when he was fantasizing about himself sitting on the dragon chair and giving orders, the appearance of the judge brought him out of the fantasy. He frowned in disgust and said, "No, just say that I am paying homage to the ancestors in the hall." Emperor."

The guards took orders.

Soon, the guard's voice sounded again, "General, Mr. Examiner said that he has something to see."

Yuan Shao sighed, and said in a low voice: "It's not my own, it's really uncomfortable to sit on..." He touched the two golden dragons on the dragon chair, and said in a deep voice: "One day, I will sit on you body."

"Zhengnan!" Yuan Shao walked out of the hall, with a look of grief on his face, and sighed: "Shao thought of the prosperity of the great man when the late emperor was in power, and seeing the desolation of the great man now, he couldn't help feeling sad and neglected. Sir, I hope you will see me."

Shenpei said solemnly: "My lord, benevolence and righteousness are in our hearts, and everyone respects them together. But now that the thieves are in power, the lord should put the overall situation first, and wipe out the thieves with a sharp sword. Fight against Sun Can in the south, and attack Cao Cao in the west. The meritorious service has restored the common people in the world. Don't delay the country's major affairs because of a sad sentiment!"

There was a smile on Yuan Shao's face, he didn't like to listen to Tian Feng's and Jushou's persuasion, it was too hard, as if they were criticizing him.However, he was very happy with the persuasion of the judge, and said with a smile: "What the master said is that Shao will definitely live up to the high expectations of the master."

After a pause, he said, "I don't know why sir has something important to do with Shao?"

The judge said in a respectful voice: "There is news from the front that Sun Can has returned to Yangzhai County smoothly. Lu Bu and Yan Liang failed to keep Sun Can."

A hint of anger appeared on Yuan Shao's face, "Let Sun Can run away. It seems that Sun Can's anger is not exhausted. However, if Sun Can's military strength wants to defeat my 70 soldiers, it is undoubtedly a dream and a fantasy."

"That's true." The judge said: "But if you fail to win the world, you can't take it lightly. Sun Can is in Yangzhai County at the moment. Yangzhai County has a long history, but it is not a place to defend. If Xu Du is lost, Yangdi will definitely not be able to defend. There are also capable people in Sun Can's army, so they must know this. In my humble opinion, Sun Can's next step should be to withdraw from Yangdi and Wuping, gather troops to station in Runan, and join our army in Runan decide the outcome."

"Runan! Haha!" Yuan Shao laughed loudly: "Sun Ziyu, if you really take this step, you will really kill yourself, God help me."

The judge was stunned, and said in confusion: "My lord, why did you say that? As far as I know, Runan has been ruled by Sun Can, and it is no longer what it used to be. The height of the city wall is not weaker than that of Xudu, not to mention that it is the place where Sun Can started his family. Fundamentally, the aspirations of the people. It is even more difficult to attack three points than Xu Du, how could it bring about its own destruction?"

Yuan Shao laughed loudly: "Zhengnan only knows one thing, but not the other. As Zhengnan said, Runan is the throat of our army going south. The world always thinks that as long as Yuan's throat is choked, Yuan can be forced to retreat. , Looking at the city and sighing. However, Runan is no better than Guandu, Cao Cao strangled Guandu, and Yuan really had nothing to do with him. But it was easy for Yuan to break Runan."

The examiner's mind was full of confusion, and he didn't know what Yuan Shao meant.

Seeing the bewildered look on the judge's face, Yuan Shao felt a burst of pleasure in his heart. You are the one who is always helping me, but today I can finally move back here. He smiled happily and said, "My Yuan Shi clan, started from my great-grandfather Yuan Angong, the fourth generation Among them, five officials worshiped the position of Sangong. And Runan is the birthplace of my Yuan family. There are countless old officials, disciples, and guests, and they have been deeply rooted for 200 years. Only a letter of paper can make people Why is it difficult for them to break up Runan when they rise up and stand on their own?"

Dawu, his eyes filled with excitement, hurriedly persuaded: "My lord, this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity must not be so hasty. It should be carefully planned to defeat Sun Can in one battle."

(End of this chapter)