In addition to Cui Yan, three of the other four generals were in line with Cui Yan. However, their personalities are not strong and their abilities are common.
The last one, Huang Zhao, is Cui Yan's deputy general, who assists Cui Yan in handling military affairs.
Regardless of Cui Yan's threat, Zhang Xiu glances at the four people one by one, and finally returns to Cui Yan, saying: "Cui Yan, if you want to kill the general, you can do it yourself. Why encourage others? If you can kill me, the rest will be convinced. "
Cui Yan's mouth twitches.
As the chief General of the army, he knew Zhang Xiu's martial arts very well. It's hard for him to kill Zhang Xiu. Even if there are three or five more of him, it's not enough for Zhang Xiu to kill him.
So Cui Yan has to unite with others.
Cui Yan ignored Zhang Xiu and continued to bewitch her: "you guys, we have been in the army for many years. We can have what we are today in exchange for real weapons on the battlefield. Zhang Xiu, a yellow mouthed child, is going to order us, but we will not accept it. Are you willing to be dispatched by him? "
Huang Zhao didn't say a word, and the other three looked hesitant.
Zhang Xiu said with a smile: "Cui Yan's words sound like this. But when you think about it, it doesn't make sense. "
"You fart!" said Cui Yan
Zhang Xiu said: "do you smell fart?"
"You..."
Cui Yan heard that Zhang Xiu was close to a rogue, but he was speechless for a while. He had never met such a Zhang Xiu. In the past, Zhang Xiu was not good at words, advocated force, did things straight, and fought against each other.
At the moment, Cui Yan hopes Zhang Xiu will do it. Li Chen was killed just now, but Cui Yan was on guard against Zhang Xiu all the time. As long as Zhang Xiu started, he would immediately escape. He could also use the opportunity to seduce others to fight back and kill Zhang Xiu.
But Zhang Xiu didn't do it.
This makes Cui Yan's teeth itch.
Zhang Xiu continued: "to tell you the truth, in Ben Jiang's eyes, you Cui Yan is a waste. You, Cui Yan, want to seize power and stand on your own. Even if you succeed in seizing power, how can you resist Liu Biao's pursuit? "
"Now the army is short of food. Can you solve the problem of food with your little ability?"
"Obviously, you can't solve it."
"If you withdraw without fighting, and want to return to Guanzhong, can you speak in front of Li Xi and Guo Si in your capacity as Cui Yan?"
"Obviously, you can't either."
"You, Cui Yan, can't handle it well."
At this moment, Zhang Xiu is extremely strong, and her words are more sharp. He said in a deep voice: "not only Cui Yan is not good, but even the four of you can't solve the current dilemma. Only Ben Jiang can turn the tide. Ben will be able to lead your army to block Liu Biao and get food for you. All this can only be accomplished by Ben Jiang. "
Zhang Xiu's words made everyone's heart sink.
They follow Li Chen to force Zhang Xiu, but they don't think about this problem, because Li Chen also has qualifications and certain contacts. If Li Chen controls the army, he should be able to tide over the difficulties.
But Cui Yan can't do it. Cui Yan is a small leader. He can't lead the people out of the predicament if he wants to have contacts, no contacts, no force, no wisdom.
Although Zhang Xiu is young, she is quite different.
Zhang Xiu became famous when she was young. Her martial arts are very good. The key is that Zhang Xiu can speak in front of Li Xi and Guo Si. After all, Zhang Xiu is Zhang Ji's nephew and is recognized by Zhang Ji.
With this consideration, people have noticed.
Cui Yan saw several people's expressions, and saw each one's expression moved. He became anxious and said: "Zhang Xiu, you are arrogant and bluffing. You can't solve today's dilemma with your dirty mouth. "
At the bottom of Cui Yan's heart, he suddenly felt clumsy and even regretted.
You shouldn't be a bird.
For a while, he jumped out to fight against Zhang Xiu, and now he is in a dilemma. But his sword had come out of its sheath and could not be taken back at all. He could only go to the dark one way. Only by taking Zhang Xiu can he survive, otherwise he will be targeted by Zhang Xiu.
When Zhang Xiu sees Cui Yan's anxiety, she looks contemptuous.
I don't have the ability to rebel.
This is beyond our capacity.
Zhang Xiu tone insipid, continued: "this will say can solve, can solve. It's just a dilemma. What's the point? On the contrary, Cui Yan, taking advantage of the alternation of military power, intends to rebel, and his crime should be punished. Ben will think that this is just your opinion, not everyone else's
When he said this, Zhang Xiu's eyes fell on Huang Zhao with profound meaning.
Huang Zhao was staring at Zhang Xiu, and then recalled what Zhang Xiu had just said, his heart jumped. He thinks that Li Chen has died. Looking at the situation just now, Cui Yan is not Zhang Xiu's opponent. Moreover, Zhang Xiu says that Cui Yan should be punished for his crime, and obviously wants to kill Cui Yan.
Huang Zhao clenched his teeth and made a decision in his heart. His hand pressed on the hilt suddenly started to work.
"Sonorous!"
When the long sword comes out of its sheath, Huang Zhaoting's sword comes out.
"Cui Yan, you're going to be punished for your crimes!"Huang Zhao's face was cold and sharp, and his sword pierced Cui Yan's heart.
"Huang Zhao, you..."
Cui Yan's eyes widened, and his rough cheek showed an incredible look. He never thought that his deputy would dare to kill him and pierce his heart with a sword. Cui Yan reaches for the sword, but as soon as he makes a move, Huang Zhao stirs the sword in his hand, which breaks Cui Yan's heart and pulls out the sword.
"Poof!"
Red blood splashed from the chest and fell on the ground.
"Bang!"
Cui Yan's massive body fell to the ground.
Huang Zhao threw away his sword and knelt down on the ground with a plop. He said with his head, "finally, Huang Zhao, meet the Lord."
Zhang Xiu smiles from the corner of her mouth.
His eyes turned and fell on the other three.
Three people are staring at Zhang Xiu, inexplicably flustered, especially Li Chen and Cui Yan have been killed, Huang Zhao worship Zhang Xiu, they can no longer be stable, had to kneel down and said: "the end will see the Lord!"
Zhang Xiu waved her hand and said, "it's a great honor for us to trust our general. Take it easy. Although we were defeated, it was only temporary. As long as Ben will be here, he will surely lead you out of trouble. All right, get up. "
"Thank you
Huang Zhao and the other three stood up and bowed.
Zhang Xiu said, "Huang Zhao, the 1000 elites under Li Chen's command are led by you. From today on, you will be a partial general in the army, below the general and above the general. "
"Thank you
Huang Zhao was immediately excited when he heard it. Knowing that he was right this time, he killed Cui Yan and showed his loyalty to Zhang Xiu. He changed from deputy general to partial general and became the second person in the army. This was a great leap.
The other three did not dare to say anything.
Their impression of Zhang Xiu has changed. They are now facing Zhang Xiu, can no longer maintain the calm and calm before, more awe and fear at the bottom of their hearts.
In front of her, Zhang Xiu seemed to be a different person.
It is not so much Huang Zhao who killed Cui Yan as Zhang Xiu who killed him with a knife. Zhang Xiu is very good at martial arts and directly kills Cui Yan. But he says that "Treason" is Cui Yan's idea, not everyone's idea, but beating Huang Zhao.
If Huang Zhao doesn't act, it means that Huang Zhao is on Cui Yan's side. On the other hand, if Huang Zhao wants to prove himself, he has to be Zhang Xiu's knife and kill Cui Yan for Zhang Xiu.
Zhang Xiu made use of Huang Zhao and promoted Huang Zhao Yu to reuse, which can be described as a combination of grace and power.
This kind of Zhang embroidery is frightening.
Zhang Xiu used to be straight hearted, no wrist, no mind, it's easy to deal with. In front of Zhang Xiu, do a ring, turn hand for cloud cover hand for rain, they can't guess Zhang Xiu's idea.
"Newspaper!"
At this time, the urgent voice sounded outside the camp.
Zhang Xiu said, "come in!"
"Lord, wait a minute!"
Pointing to the bodies of Li Chen and Cui Yan on the ground, Huang Zhao suggested: "Lord, they..."
Zhang Xiu interrupted: "there is no need to hide the death of Li Chen and Cui Yan. Since the two men intend to rebel, they will naturally make it public and let all the soldiers know. "
"My Lord is wise!"
When Huang Zhao heard the words, he would not say more.
The curtain of the tent was lifted and a sentry entered quickly. When the sentry entered the moment, he saw the bodies of Li Chen and Cui Yan. When he was stunned, he regained his mind and lowered his head and said, "general, the sentinel has sent back the news that Liu Biao's pursuers are coming. It's less than ten miles away from us. The leader of the army is Cai Mao, a general of Jingzhou. "