v6 Chapter 64： City break

Xuzhou in early October.

The Wuning Fan Town of Xuzhou is adjacent to Xuanwu Army in the west, facing Haizhou to the east in the east, and rolling sea defense in the north, and to the south to the south of the Huaihe River, it can control the fourteen states on the right and control the four states of Xu, Su, Lu and Si In the county, Surabaya flows from the northwest through Xuzhou City and merges into the Huaihe River to the southeast. It is a major town in the Central Plains town.

Such a major military place has been neglected in the previous Central Plains contention and has not encountered any major war. This is not just that Li Yan and Zhu Wen won the match too quickly, but that the focus of their rivalry is not here.

The reason why Xuzhou is important is in the dispute between North and South. When the Huaibei and Huainan forces competed against each other, the front line of Huai Si was the main battlefield, and the Xuzhou Fang would appear to be pivotal.

Wu Ning Jiedeng made Ren Maonian over fifty years old and came from the family of officials and princes. There were no prominent figures in his ancestors, but in his generation, he could sit in the four states of Wuning and become a vassal of one side.

Three poles in the sun, the rammed earth wall was bathed in golden sunlight, and the soldier's armor was shining brightly. Ren Mao, in a wide-sleeve robe, stood in front of the city tower, his face anxious and sighing from time to time.

Looking down his line of sight, it can be seen that the iron armor outside the city is boundless. The water, like the sea, rose to this place, and it was so heavy that it couldn't breathe.

Ren Mao sighed with the unique Confucian worries about the country and the people: "Previously, Zhu Wen caused trouble in the Central Plains, and 800 soldiers swept through several towns. Hundreds of thousands of soldiers and horses were killing people like magic. Xuzhou saw the situation decline and fell quickly. Is free from tragedies. "

"Later, An Wang settled Zhu Wen, and the battlefield was also in the front lines of Huazhou, Caozhou, and Luzhou. Although it was a million-strong army battle at that time, fortunately, the victory and defeat were fast enough. We in Xuzhou were not attacked by the Pinglu army. Be the first to see the situation surrender. "

"Several battles, each time a big calamity is approaching, I can let the people of Wuning four states be able to save for a while, and I was quite contented. I thought that even though the world was in chaos and flames, but as long as I can see the current situation, The plan is to move forward, just asking for self-protection, maybe he can't control everything, and protect the peace of the people in the town. But he did not expect that today, still, he can't protect the people of Xuzhou from the disaster ... "

Speaking of which, Ren Mao sighed, his face full of shame, sentimental, almost tears.

He went on: "As a minister, I ca n’t determine soldiers for the king. As a master, I ca n’t protect the people. I ’m shameless when I lose Mao ’s life and lose my life ’s expectations ... "

Civil servants and military commanders listened to his emotions and looked different. Some people shook their heads and sighed, some were resentful, some were helpless, and some were disdainful.

An old youth civil servant comforted: "Why the father has done his best for the people of Xuzhou, but why should he blame himself? It's just that the chaos in the world is sweeping across Kyushu and being in the torrent of this contention, how can I stand alone? Now that Wu Bing is committing a crime, the child is willing to swear to guard the city and co-exist with the entire army and civilians! "

When this person was named Ren Zhong, he was the eldest son of Ren Mao and was a learned man. Although he was a scholar, he had a lot of courage. He was well-known in Xuzhou.

When Ren Mao heard this statement, when he looked at Ren Zhong again, his eyes were full of excitement and comfort. However, only in an instant, he thought to himself: "However, the order given by King An is to make us resist a little, and then leave the city north and retreat to the sea ..."

When Ren Zhong knew what the other party was worrying about, he was also the only person in Wu Ning who knew the plan.

He groaned for a moment, and when he looked up, he made up his mind, "Father! Although Wu Bing is strong, he has run long distances here, and the military strategy has led to Li Jue's generals. , Children are willing to do their best to fight the enemy! "

Ren Mao glanced around.

Up and down the city, in addition to the soldiers, there are many young people who are carrying cymbals, rolls, wooden arrows, and cymbals to the city. These people in Xuzhou have always been grateful for Ren Mao's benevolence.

"I can abandon the city and run away to preserve most of my military power, but these young people will be killed ... and more than one hundred thousand people in the city will also be burned and looted by Wu Jun. At that time, the men will be driven into slavery. , The woman was raped-prostitution, the old Confucianist died of fate ... As a local ambassador, clothes and food are given by the father and fellows, how can you push them into the sea of ​​fire yourself? "

Thinking of this, Ren Mao took notice.

When he looked at Ren Zhong, he resolutely said, "Okay! Since my son has the will to protect the country and the people, I will live with you for the father!"

Take the fist to lead your life.

Seeing that Jiedo made his father and son so loyal and loyal, he was deeply moved by them, and he said in unison: "Wish to co-exist with Wu Ning!"

...

Xuzhou.

Zhongwu Jiedushi made Zhou Mingrui stand at the head of the city and look at the endless Shu Army camp outside the city. Although his face was killed, there was no fear in his eyes.

The vice general said by his side: "Yesterday a battle outside the city, our army will lose no less than a thousand soldiers. Afterwards, Wang Jian sent a letter of surrender, saying that if the military commander is willing to surrender, he can still protect the military commander.

Zhou Mingrui snorted coldly, showing disdain: "Protect me as a jealous, if the words are said a few days ago, the coach may be okay. But to this day, I still scarce his stuff?"

The Lieutenant admired for a moment and persuaded: "Military commander, there will be a sentence in the end, I don't know if I should speak properly."

"But it doesn't matter."

The vice-president continued: "Before Zhu Shuai led me to attack Xuzhou, it was almost effortless because of the help of soldiers. Later, the military commander served as the ambassador of the Zhongwu Army and was ordered to fight An Wang's trilogy, although he reached the battlefield. , But did not really fight the Pinglu army. Really speaking, in the two wars, the Zhongwu army did not suffer much loss, and the strength is now fully preserved ... "

Zhou Mingrui waved his hand, showing a little impatience: "What on earth do you want to say?"

The Lieutenant General hesitated for a while, but still brazenly said, "The army commander, the troubled times are ups and downs, and the foundation is fundamental. Only with all the troops and horses can the army commander advance and retreat. At present, the Shu army is powerful. Better than ... "

Zhou Mingrui interrupted him with a sneer: "You're right, in troubled times, only strong soldiers and strong horses can survive. The Shu army is strong and the army is weak, and the enemy can only damage itself. You arrange it, prepare Retreat tonight. "

The lieutenant froze, and said unexpectedly: "Withdraw? Where does it go?"

Zhou Mingrui said, "Of course, it is northward retreat. Go to the confluence of King Qi's team. When King Qi of Japan and Wang Jian lose and lose, I will take advantage of the fishermen."

The lieutenant opened his mouth and quickly took his lead. He originally wanted to persuade Zhou Mingrui to surrender the Shu army, but after careful consideration, although Zhou Mingrui's opinion was more risky, it seemed to be able to gain more benefits, and there was no reason for opposition.

There was a sneer in Zhou Mingrui's mouth.

Li Yan's order, he didn't tell anyone, he really achieved strict confidentiality. When the north retreats to Luzhou, the generals of the Pinglu army will re-enter the army to hold important positions, so they will not be afraid of the other generals below.

After the lieutenant retired, Zhou Mingrui was still standing at the head of the city, looking at the Shu Army camp outside the city, his eyes indifferent.

Indifference is like the Shu army outside the city did not come to attack itself, and Xuzhou was not his foundation.

He looks like an outsider.

In Zhou Mingrui's mind, Xu Zhou is just a place he has visited. If he goes to a higher place in the future, he will abandon it. But now, after resisting for a while, and then showing an invincible appearance, he gave up Xuzhou to Wang Jian and obeyed Li Zhi's arrangement, which is the chip he must pay to reach a higher position.

As for the others, Zhou Mingrui naturally does not take it seriously.

...

The moonlight was falling out of the window, the house was brightly lit, Li Li was sitting on the slump, his fingers were frowning, and he looked very distressed and helpless.

In front of him, the girl Xu, who was pretty and almost dressed, was confronted with a young lady with a simple and elegant temperament. The flames of the former's eyes are beating, and the back is slightly bowed, like a kitten with open teeth and claws, who will bite each other with his teeth at any time; the latter's eyes are like water, without half emotion, deep and clean like a starry sky.

For a long time, Li Yan put down his hand and looked at them weakly: "You two have been standing for almost half an hour. Are you planning to stand for one night?"

The anxious girl Xu was unwilling to admit defeat and turned back and grieved: "Serving‘ King An ’has always been my duty, and I have everything to do in terms of clothing, food, shelter, and transportation. Why should you drive me out now? I am not convinced!”

The incident happened half an hour ago, the night was already late, and the girl Xu sent a supper and drank a few pots with Li Ye, but this time she was not drunk, so she was not ready to leave, and she should stay in the house when she said anything in.

Just when Li Yan was rogue, the young lady's life drifted in, and she was blocked in front of the girl Xu. Without saying a word, she tried to use the power of the repair to shake the other party out ... In fact, she did The shock went out. This is why the girl Xu is slightly messy and has a frizzy look.

Shao Mingming didn't say a word, but rarely hummed.

The meaning was extraordinarily clear. Li Zhi and Girl Xu both understood: You can serve King An, and there is no way to sleep!

Li Yan shook his head with a bitter smile and waved his hand: "Okay, okay, you all go down, I'll rest myself."

It ’s only then that you and me look at you, I look at you and step out of the room.

This action is very normal for Miss Xu, which is consistent with her personality, but it is very rare for Shao Siming.

As soon as the two went out, Song Jiao came in, holding a two-point report.

"Xuzhou and Xuzhou have fallen according to plan. But ... the process is a bit different."

Li Xuan took the battle report, only one glance, then stood up and looked completely.

"Xuzhou Wuning Army refused to act in accordance with the plan, and fought with Wu Jun for three days ... Jieduo Renmao, his eldest son died when the city was heavy. Today, when Xuzhou City broke, the Wuning Army retired To Chuzhou ... "

"Xuzhou Zhongwu Army defended the city for a day, and abandoned the city that night. Most of the soldiers and horses had withdrawn successfully ..."

Li Yan put down the military newspaper.

Song Jiao asked, "What do you want to say?"

Li Min silently said, "According to the plan, the two armies will be accepted."

Song Jiao took a deep look at Li Yan, and eventually swallowed back the words, and retreated silently.

Li Yan knew what she wanted to ask.

Xuzhou Wuning Jieden Ren Mao and his son, three days of **** fighting, resulting in excessive damage to Wuning Army, greatly reduced combat power, has violated Li Zhi's requirements.

Li Yan didn't say much, but he didn't mean to blame.

Behind those two battle reports, there was also a report from Tsing Yi Yamen.

"After the break of Xuzhou City, Gao Biao jealous of the strength of the military and civilians of Xuzhou, in order to calm the resistance of the military and civilians in the city. After entering the city, the three armed forces were strictly prohibited from looting the people.

"Wang Jian entered Xuzhou, and the Shu army sacked and looted.