Strictly speaking. Zhang Ji is Liu Rui's fiance. But Liu Xin will not admit this. In his impression. Zhang Ji is not as good as his nephew Zhang Xiu. And Zhang Ji's age is a little bit older. Liu Xin really regarded Liu Rui as her daughter. There are so many heroes in the world. He doesn't want his daughter to marry Zhang Ji. but. Liu Xin also heard Zhao Yun talk about it. Zhang Ji has been inquiring about Liu Rui's whereabouts. It seems that he is also a character of love and righteousness.
Looking at Zhang Ji who was escorted in front of him. Liu Xin really hoped that Zhao Yun hadn't captured him alive. Instead, he shot him to death. This can also save yourself a little brainstorming. despite this. Liu Xin still feels that it is better to be an upright person. He decided to tell Zhang Ji the truth. By the way, try what Zhang Ji thought.
Liu Xin glanced at Zhang Ji. Asked: "You are Dong Zhuo's beloved general Zhang Ji."
Zhang Ji stared at a pair of bull's eyes. There was a "hum". No answer.
Liu Xin was not upset. Continue to ask: "I heard Zilong say. You are looking for a family named Zou in Wancheng."
After Zhang Ji was captured. There is no doubt that he will die. Therefore, deliberately made a look like death. Now I heard that Liu Xin mentioned about the Zou family. He was quite surprised. Can not help but give birth to a desire to live. His face eased. Said: "Yes. A few years ago he saved a person. He promised to marry his daughter to me. This person did not tell me the name of the person. Only the big family in Wancheng. The surname is Zou. You will know when you ask."
Liu Xin said lightly: "I know this family."
Suddenly there was light in Zhang Ji's eyes. Asked: "My lord, please tell them whereabouts."
Liu Xin said with an indifferent expression: "You are already a dying person. Still inquiring about what they are doing."
"This..." Zhang Ji suddenly choked.
Liu Xin still said blankly: "The man you saved at the beginning. He has died of the Yellow Turban chaos. Only the mother and daughter are left. They live in my house."
"Ah." Zhang Ji was shocked.
Liu Xin didn't care about the expression on Zhang Ji's face at all. Still calmly said: "It is the father who promised to marry that girl to you. I am the stepfather. To your marriage contract. I don't have to admit it. Because you are not worthy of my daughter. But. Look. For her father's sake. I will give you two options. One. You have a wedding with her. After the visit, you will be pushed out and beheaded immediately. Two. You take the initiative to dissolve the marriage contract. I will let you go back to Luoyang now. "
Zhang Ji didn't expect Liu Xin to say such a thing. He hardly hesitated and made a choice: "I choose the second one. I also ask the adults not to break their promise."
in fact. It was normal for Zhang Ji to make such a choice. He rescued Liu Rui's father. It was a coincidence. But when Liu Rui's father betrothed his daughter to him. He is still a little moved. Because he knew that the Zou family was very rich. And Liu Rui is the only daughter in the family. He also looks very beautiful. but. All this is insignificant compared to his own life.
Liu Xin had also expected that he would make such a choice. After all, this is an age when men are inferior to women. Don't talk about Zhang Ji. Even in Liu Bei's eyes. Women are just like clothes. Nothing is more important than your own life. If he chooses the first one. Liu Xin will definitely not kill him. Will also marry Liu Rui to him. Then he will be used as one's own. After all, he is considered a kind and righteous person like this. but. Now Zhang Ji chooses the second one. Liu Xin also felt relieved. At least he doesn't have to bear any psychological burden on himself for breaking up Zhang Ji's marriage.
Just after Zhang Ji fled from the camp of Jingzhou Army in embarrassment. The soldiers of the Jingzhou Army assembled the trebuchet overnight.
Early the next morning. The defenders at Yique Pass have not yet started to eat breakfast. Suddenly there was a loud noise of "Boom. Boom" outside the city. Not waiting for them to understand what happened. The sky that hadn't fully lit up suddenly went dark. then. Large and small stones fell on the top of the city. This stone rain has been falling for two hours without stopping. The defenders had never experienced such a blow. At first he didn't even know how to avoid it. Many people raised their shields to resist. The result was still smashed.
Don't talk about how to deal with this kind of siege equipment. The defenders had never heard of it. They were panicked because Dong Zhuo wanted to move the capital to Chang'an. Now it has been hit hard again. Finally couldn't hold it anymore. The white flag was raised quickly.
Dong Zhuo's men are still desperately driving the people in Luoyang. Furiously plundering women and property. The chaser who had just stopped Cao Cao returned to Lu Bu in Luoyang. I heard that his Union State Cavalry will be transferred to block Liu Xin. He didn't even blink his eyes. He certainly understands the danger of this mission. These five thousand people are all veterans who followed him in the first place. Both are his brothers. The result of blocking Liu Xin this time is almost certain. It will be annihilated. But Lu Bu didn't feel the slightest heartache. He is now Dong Zhuo's adopted son. The only thing to consider is how to win Dong Zhuo's favor. The lives and deaths of these people are no longer in his mind. Lu Bu couldn't wait to take the Xiliang cavalry newly allocated to him. To discover the tombs of the empresses and the tombs of Dr. Gongqing in the suburbs of Luoyang.
Liu Xin did not ascend the gate tower of Yique Pass. He stood shut down. He looked up at the tall and majestic city wall. Said: "Zhang Ren. I will leave you with ten thousand people. This pass will be handed over to you."
Zhang Ren did not expect Liu Xin to trust him so much. Surprised. He said: "The lord has orders. The final ruler will do his best. But Zhang Ren is just a surrender. This Yiqueguan is the main road connecting Yingchuan and Luoyang. How can the lord hand over such an important task to the final general. "
Liu Xin smiled. Said: "Zhang Ren. I know you are loyal. You are definitely not the kind of double-handed, rebellious person. Don't worry. I know that you are still grateful to the old master. If there is any conflict with Xichuan in the future, you will not be embarrassed. of."
Zhang Ren clasped his fists in both hands. He choked and said: "I will definitely go through the fire and water for the Lord in the future. I will not stop. As long as Zhang Ren still has a breath. Don't call this pass a mistake."
Liu Xin patted him on the shoulder. He smiled and said: "It's not that serious. My army went out to Luoyang. Yingchuan is also waiting for me. There shouldn't be anyone coming to pass the pass in the near future. The people of Luoyang are poisoned by Dong Zhuo. They are in dire straits. It is inevitable that some people will flee south. You must not close the gate to guard the gate. The people cannot pass through. As long as the investigation is strictly carried out. It is enough to prevent the spies from entering the gate. In addition, according to the army, Dong Zhuo wants to flee to Chang'an. It is not suitable. Late. My army will not stay. Immediately rush to Luoyang. All the food and grass will be temporarily stored in the customs. You must live well and take care of it. You can't lose it."
Zhang Ren retreated aside. He bowed his hand: "At the end, I will obey the lord general's order."
Liu Xin knows. Before Dong Zhuo moved to Chang'an. Will be burned, killed and looted in Luoyang. He must rush over as quickly as possible. Avoid the devastating destruction of this capital. Therefore, I did not stop at Yique Pass for a while. All soldiers of the three services were ordered to move lightly. Go straight to Luoyang.
The army will not walk for half a day. A group of cavalry surged out of the valley ahead. Blocking Liu Xin's way. These cavalry are well trained. Hidden in the valley just now. There was no movement. Jingzhou Army Horse didn't even notice it. This is also the fault of Liu Xin's rush to hurry. Not enough scouts were sent. The cavalry rushed out of the valley. Bent the bow and shoot at the Jingzhou Army. They have excellent riding skills. Howled from the front of Jingzhou Army. Turn the horse's head. Another wave of arrows.
Although the Jingzhou Army was caught off guard. But hard training on weekdays. It made them react swiftly almost as a conditioned reflex. Form a formation, raise a shield, and bend a bow to counterattack. These actions were completed in one go. Rao is so. There are still people falling down with arrows in the army. That team of cavalry was under the counterattack of the Jingzhou Army. People continue to fall off their horses.
Liu Xin turned his head and looked at Zhao Yun beside him. Asked: "How do these cavalry compare to the cavalry you met yesterday."
Zhao Yun immediately folded his hands and replied: "Go back to the lord. These cavalry are faintly murderous. They are all warriors. They are not the same as Zhang Ji's subordinates."
Zhang Fei said dissatisfiedly from the side: "Old Seven. How can you raise other people's prestige. Destroy your own ambition. I see them like a chicken."
Liu Xin's face was solemn. Waved his hand and said: "Yide. Don't underestimate the enemy. These cavalrymen are good at riding and shooting. They are not afraid of danger. They are worthy of respect. Pull out the cavalry you trained. Fight with them. The army that has not been baptized on the battlefield will always be successful. No elite team. Remember. Don't let one of these cavalry go away."
Zhang Fei got the order. Excitedly raised the Zhangba Snake Spear in his hand. Loudly shouted: "Cavalry. Attack."
The shields listed in the front diverged like a tide. Make a road in the middle. A team of Jingzhou cavalry swarmed out. See you the cavalry on the opposite side. Howl of excitement. Throwing away the bows and arrows in their hands. Draw out the long knife. Howled and rushed over. The torrent of two cavalry units collided in an instant.
Liu Xin, the cavalry, regardless of the quality of the soldiers. In terms of training and equipment, they can be regarded as elites in the Jingzhou army. But Liu Xin has never used them in actual combat. There are many reasons for this. In the past, he mainly used troops in Jingnan and other places. Either there are many rivers and swamps. Either the mountains are densely forested. Not suitable for brigade cavalry operations. In addition. These cavalry began to equip the stirrups, sabers, and horseshoes produced by the research institute a year ago. These things are listed as top military secrets by Liu Xin. It is strictly forbidden to spread. He also worried about using this cavalry on the battlefield prematurely. Leaked the secrets of these pieces of equipment. The main reason is still in Jingzhou. Fighting Malaysia is not easy. It is difficult to replenish in time after consumption. Although Liu Xin secretly set up a horse farm in the Yunmeng Daze area. But the horses bred are still not as good as the war horses in the north.
This time. Liu Xin was determined to let the cavalry attack. It's because the cavalry on the opposite side is very cunning. They relied on superb riding skills. Does not impact Liu Xin's battle formation. But always keep a certain distance from the forward of the Jingzhou Army. Ride and shoot. They are flexible in combat. It is difficult for the archers of the Jingzhou Army to accurately shoot the knights on the horses. Although there is a shield for the guard. The casualties of the Jingzhou Army are still significantly higher than these cavalry. on the other hand. These cavalry have no flags. I can't see who is their leader. But the war started without ambiguity. It is indeed a respectable opponent.
When the two cavalry collided together. Liu Xin felt a pain in her heart.