Chapter 359: Soldiers Enter Shouchun
Liu Cang declared the city to attack the enemy, the giant spirit came into the world, and defeated Yuan Shu's army in the Battle of Baiyue. Unlike Boss Cao and Brother Bei Bei who took the lead during this period, Yuan Shu, who was already the elder of the party, did not go out with the army.
Yuan's army had many factions, mixed forces, and many leading generals. They all gathered together to attack Danyang, which seemed to have the whole world united and create a unified force.
In the Battle of Xuancheng, Liu Cang's army killed 30,000 enemies and wounded 40,000 enemies. Due to the sudden war, there were many wounded and disabled soldiers. Xuancheng recruited local doctors from Danyang to deal with serious injuries, and Liu Cang urgently transferred Tianlu Camp southward.
The land of the Han Dynasty is vast. Unlike the northern part of the Central Plains, the land of Jingyang has no clear impression of the Tianlu Camp for the time being. The Tianlu Camp moved its army southward and forcibly crossed the Yingshui River and the Yangtze River. It can be said that it made its first appearance in Yangzhou.
In addition to a large number of wounded soldiers, 30,000 Yuan troops were captured in this battle, and more than 10,000 Shanyue soldiers defected to join Liu Cang's camp.
The rest of Yuan's army dispersed. Due to the complex terrain of Yangzhou, Huang Zhong led his army in no hurry to pursue the enemy. More rebels scattered into Danyang County, making it difficult to take everything into consideration. Liu Cang ordered to focus on chasing down the rebels in Danyang.
There were troops fleeing in the direction of Changsha, Nanjun, and Runan. After a short period of time, some Yuan troops fled into Xuzhou, Yuzhou.
Liu Cang organized his troops in a short period of time, and Huang Zhong led the main force of Xuancheng to march from Lujiang to Nanyang. The Hussars' troops left Luoyang and divided their troops into three groups at Yingchuan, marching toward Nanyang, Runan, and Jiujiang respectively.
If the Hussar army does not move, it will be done, but if it moves, the momentum is astonishing. It is as powerful as a broken bamboo. It took less than half a month for Yuan Shu to send troops to Danyang. It seemed that in the blink of an eye, eight battalions of Hussar troops arrived at Nanyang and at the gate of Runan County.
Although many local forces in the two places defected to Yuan Shu, due to the proximity to Luoyang, a large number of people who were loyal to Yuan Shu were long ago taken away. The Hussar led the army southward, but the reputation of King Dongping among the people in the two places seemed to be greater than that of Yuan Shu.
Liu Biao in Jingzhou opened the door to the Hussars, and there were few civil wars in the towns and counties of the two places.
Yuan Shu was panicked and trapped, and Yuan's army, which had been dispersed by Liu Cang in Danyang, was afraid of the power of Liu Cang's army, and many of them defected elsewhere.
Liu Biao in Jingzhou, Cao Cao who was blocking Xuzhou, Yuan Shao in Jizhou in the distance, and even the Black Mountain Yellow Turbans in the Taihang Mountains all had people who led troops to join forces.
It's hard to say whether the aristocratic family is betting again or everyone has their own opinions. Yuan Shu's subordinates, who originally belonged to the same party, have taken refuge in different forces.
Either because they respected Liu Biao's popularity, or because Yuan's disciples defected to Yuan Shao, or because Yuan Shao forced Han Fu to death, they accused Yuan Shao of insulting Yuan's family tradition and joined the Black Mountain Army to cooperate with Gongsun Zan against Jizhou, hoping to welcome Yuan Shu's northward march.
Yuan Shu was trapped in Nanyang, and Liu Cang attacked from the north and south, making it difficult for Yuan's defeated troops to attack Xuancheng to return to reinforcements.
Probably because there were many shady scholars under Yuan Shu who had been imprisoned by the party in the early years. Although many of them defected to other places, almost no one took the initiative to lead his troops to defect to Liu Cang and Chang'an.
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Yuan Shu's power was almost disintegrated in a strange state, and the power of many princes expanded to varying degrees.
Under the attention of many parties, the Tianshu camp divided its forces and escorted tens of thousands of prisoners to Luoyang. Liu Cang led the elite Baiyue troops into Jiujiang, collected Jiujiang County soldiers, and visited Sun Jian's residence in person.
In front of the gate of Shouchun City, an army composed of tens of thousands of Shanyue soldiers led by Liu Cang, including short axes, short axes, ring knives, and rattan shields, was blocked by a group of 100 Han soldiers.
"General, there are no soldiers in Shouchun who have taken refuge with Yuan Shu. They should not be disturbed by the military disaster. Lu Mian has been arrested for trespassing into the city. I hope that the general will restrain the army and not disturb the peace of the people of Shouchun."
The group of soldiers had a look of apprehension on their faces, but their temperament was determined. The first general suppressed a general of Yuan's army and blocked Liu Cang from entering the city. He looked unyielding and spoke solemnly to Liu Cang.
"How outrageous! Your Highness has done nothing to harm the common people in his crusade against the rebels. Who are you, who dares to make noise here?" Behind Liu Cang, Wei Yan stepped on his horse and held his sword, shouting angrily.
"Liu Xun?" Liu Cang frowned. This general's name seemed familiar.
"My lord, this is the captain of Jiujiang. He has quite some motives." Zhou Yu said softly to Liu Cang after stopping Wei Yan who was intent on driving away Liu Xun with his sword.
In addition to Shanyue Haoshuai, Liu Cang was also accompanied by Wei Yan, Zhang Xiu, Zhou Yu, and Taishi Ci, because Liu Cang wanted to take Zhou Yu and Taishi Ci with him. Wei Yan and Zhang Xiu were ignorant of the dangers of the world.
I felt quite sympathetic, and got close to them in a short time.
"Oh, Han people don't get punished for their words, Liu Xun, please remember it. I hate it when someone treats me as a raft." Nodding to Zhou Yu, Liu Cang stared at Liu Xun coldly, with killing intent, and Liu Xun's forehead instantly
Sliding down in cold sweat.
Liu Cang defeated 200,000 enemies in the Danyang battle, and the news of the giant spirit's arrival had already spread to Jiujiang. Liu Xun led a hundred and ten people to guard the Shouchun gate, which obviously posed no threat to Liu Cang.
However, the Han people used various methods to strive for fame. The governor of Jiujiang had no intention of resisting Liu Cang, but Liu Xun ran to the city gate to plead for the people.
He said two words in front of Liu Cang, one to fulfill his duty and the other to protect the people. If Liu Cang entered the city without disturbing the people and made some publicity, I am afraid that Liu Xun could earn some favor from the people of Shouchun.
Although it is troublesome to attack cities and plunder territory in Han Dynasty, many people will do this kind of thing. Regardless of whether there is a huge difference in strength or not, even if they can't stop you, you still have to stand up and say a few words.
It can’t be said that it’s hypocritical or pretentious. Anyway, it’s all about serving the people, and that’s right.
It’s hard to say whether this type of people are afraid of death, but they really don’t want to kill randomly. They will praise a few words when the occasion arises, and everyone will lift each other’s sedans. But obviously, Liu Cang belongs to the type who doesn’t respond well to the occasion.
"Where is the governor?" Liu Cang ignored Liu Xun, who insisted on maintaining his integrity. When Liu Cang asked, a group of people rushed out of the city.
"Liu Miao is late to welcome the army. Please forgive me, general." A group of more than ten people rode in front of the army. A middle-aged man in Confucian uniform immediately clasped his fists in the lead.
"No need to be too polite. Haha, this person advises me not to disturb the peace of the people. There are many talents under my brother's command." Liu Cang said with a smile as the person came by the same name.
"Liu Xun, why don't you back down! King Dongping has started to explore the Jiujiang Beast Mountains in recent years. His Highness's heart for the people cannot be questioned." Liu Miao's expression changed slightly and he shouted at Liu Xun.
This chapter is not over, please click on the next page to continue reading! Liu Miao, the current governor of Jiujiang, comes from the lineage of Liu Jing, the king of Langye Xiao. When he first met Liu Cang, he addressed him as a general. When he heard that Liu Cang called him his brother, he treated Liu Cang with respect.
Besides, it's a little more close.
Liu Xun retreated to the side, and Liu Miao led Liu Cang into the city. Lu Mian was somewhat related to the Lu family in Wu County. At this time, he bowed his head in front of Liu Cang. Liu Cang ordered his men to hold him down. If he behaved peacefully, he would turn back.
Leave it to Mr. Lu to handle.
Regardless of the direct lineage, some things still have to be turned a blind eye. In troubled times, the children of aristocratic families are divided into various parties, in order to continue the family line.
If the direct line does not fall behind, the powerful side line can also take over the clan. The head of the Lu family joined the Liu Cang faction early, leaving Lu Mian behind to save some face for the Lu family, which can be regarded as showing to other aristocratic families that he still abides by the rules.
The soldiers lined up and entered the city. Martial law was enforced in the city, and the people closed their homes and no one watched.
"Your Highness, Liu Xun has a good reputation and is arrogant. He usually does nothing wrong. He is respected by some people in Jingzhou." Liu Miao said to Liu Cang as he followed Liu Cang.
"Didn't the powerful people in Jingzhou surrender to Liu Biao? Although Jiujiang is often infested with tigers and leopards, it can still be a rich place if it is managed."
"This place guards the main land and water routes of Xuzhou and Yuzhou. It still needs my brother's care and attention. If there is a ghost in his heart, it can be eliminated alone." When Liu Cang said this, Liu Miao's face was happy.
"It doesn't matter, it doesn't matter. Don't worry, my lord, but Miao is here to ensure that Jiujiang is safe." Liu Miao smiled at Liu Cang.
Liu Miao did not want to get rid of Liu Xun, and there was nothing dirty between him and Liu Xun. Although he did not say it clearly, Liu Cang's attitude towards taking Liu Miao under his command was already clear.
Liu Cang powerfully defeated Yuan Shu's army and had the ability to command Baiyue. At this time, Liu Miao naturally worshiped Liu Cang, but he was happy to secure his position as the governor of Jiujiang.
Today's Jiujiang is not a good place. Jiujiang is a vast area with sparsely populated areas and dense jungles. It can be said to be an important habitat for tigers and leopards.
From time to time, tigers and leopards come out of the jungle here and go to the villages to harm the people. The people suffer terribly because of this. The county has a large area of wild mountains and streams that are not suitable for ordinary people to settle.
In recent years, Liu Cang's hunting of wild beasts has mostly gone to the south of Wu County, especially in the coastal areas. Although there have been many strong men hunting ferocious beasts in various places in recent years, there are very few people who cross the river and come to Jiujiang to go through the mountains and forests.
Everyone knows Liu Cang's methods of controlling beasts. As Liu Cang said, if Jiujiang can eliminate the beast problem, it will not be difficult to create a fertile land with the climate and environment here. But Liu Cang tacitly allows Liu Miao to establish his power here, so how can he
Make him unhappy.
There are rivers running through Shouchun City, and the environment in the city is unique compared to the north. When Liu Cang and his party arrived at the northwest corner of the city, they found that the Sun family's mansion had been surrounded by county soldiers and was completely blocked.
"My lord, Sun Jian's family is trapped in the mansion. Sun Jian has a son who is quite brave. He threatens him with a broken seal and wants to see the lord in person in the mansion. I don't know.
"In front of the main entrance of Sun Mansion, Liu Miao explained the situation at hand to Liu Cang.
"Sun Ce? Well.
Wei Yan, lead someone to break down the door." Liu Cang thought, and a cold light flashed in his eyes.
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