There may be people in this world who are not afraid of death. but. Most people still act very fearful when facing death. Diaochan and the others are just three weak women. How can we put life and death aside. Liu Xin said that the three of them were capital crimes. Shaking long ago. Can't say a word.
Of course Liu Xin wouldn't really want to kill Diaochan. Even if he wants to kill. Ma Yun would not agree. The two have discussed it a long time ago. One sang a silly face. One sang red face. then. Ma Yun turned out from behind the screen in due course. Persuaded: "Husband. For these beautiful girls. You really can do it. They are still young. They are not very sensible. Why don't you just spare them this time."
in fact. Both Liu Xin and Ma Yun underestimated Diaochan's ability. in history. Diaochan is also a strange woman. She wandered between Dong Zhuo and Lu Bu. Play between the two of them. If there is not enough wisdom. I am afraid it is difficult to do this based on hue alone. What Liu Xin said just now. Already let Diaochan understand. It's not that Liu Xin can't be attracted by his appearance. But he already knew that Wang Yun was going to be against him. I deliberately alienated myself. right now. From Ma Yun's words. Diaochan also heard that they were singing and making harmony. He didn't plan on how to punish himself at all.
Diao Chan is not a fuel-efficient lamp. Figured these two points. She was bolder again. He stood up and bowed to Liu Xin and Ma Yun. He said with tears, "Master and Madam. Diaochan knows that he is guilty. I dare not ask you to forgive me. I only ask the master and madam to promise Diaochan one thing. Let Diaochan dance for you before he died."
Don't talk about other aspects. To their own dancing skills. Diao Chan has absolute self-confidence. If she recognizes second. I'm afraid no one in this world dares to recognize the number one. Diaochan was making wishful thinking. As long as Liu Xin watched her dance. Even if you can't be fascinated immediately. But the original three-point kill can definitely disappear without a trace.
but. Liu Xin has no time to watch her dance now. But seeing the look on her face suddenly calmed down a lot. It was also surprised secretly. Asked: "Diao Chan. You really are not afraid of death."
Chan Diao suddenly lowered her head and started crying, "Wonderful concubine. The concubine is really scared."
Liu Xin didn't expect Diaochan's face to change as soon as it changed. If it's not true. Then she is definitely an acting genius. It's just that Liu Xin doesn't have much time to manage so much. He said casually: "Don't cry for now. I'm not like you now. Starting today. The three of you live in a yard. You are not allowed to leave the yard. Who dares to walk half a step? The three will be convicted together. Everything awaits me. Come back again."
Diaochan really stopped crying. He blurted out: "Master is going to travel far."
Ma Yun glared at Liu Xin. Turning his head and said to Diaochan, "You shouldn't ask. Don't ask too much."
Liu Xin also knew that she had missed her mouth. Simply waved his hand. Said: "Diao Chan. I don't hide it. Just these few days. I will use troops against Dong Zhuo. Dong Zhuo is cruel. Liu Xie kills brother to usurp the throne. I will not let them go."
This news can be considered top secret. Even many middle and lower-level officers still don't know. Liu Xin even said it directly. Diaochan was quite surprised. but. She quickly understood. She has been formally put under house arrest from now on. Even if you know it. There was no chance to spread the news.
Suddenly Diao Chan thought of Wang Yun. He wanted Liu Xin's life. Once Liu Xin took down Chang'an. I'm afraid I won't let him go. Although she now knows it. He is just a tool in Wang Yun's hands. But Wang Yun has raised her for thirteen years after all. Diaochan's face couldn't help showing worry. Anxiously said: "Master. The lowly concubine begs the master one more thing. I hope that the master can spare his foster father's life. The lowly concubine is willing to die for the foster father."
Ma Yun just noticed it. It turns out that Diao Chan is also a person of love and righteousness. But she pleaded for Wang Yun. It's really worthless. So he said angrily: "Diao Chan. Until now you are still helping Wang Yun to speak. But when did he care about your life and death. And when did he consider your happiness. Forget it. Just follow the master's instructions. You all Go back to the yard. Wang Yun's matter will be fair."
Early the next morning. A carriage quietly drove away from the prefecture and went straight to the west gate of Xiangyang. Liu Xin looked through the curtains. Looking at the scenes on both sides of the avenue. Today is just the fifth day of the first lunar month. Plus it's still early in the morning. There are almost no pedestrians on both sides of the avenue. Cheng Yu and Liu Xin shared the same car. Also looked out the window dreamily. Both of them knew very well. This expedition is more difficult than ever. I don't know when it will be possible to return to Xiangyang again. There are already a large number of military restricted zones in the western suburbs of Xiangyang City. Many troops are stationed there. There are not only training centers and new barracks. Even the production base of the research institute is located there. So when you leave Simon, you won't be able to see the people.
Liu Xin did not bring Feihu guards with him this time. Instead, they all stayed in Xiangyang. Because he has the exception of the 50,000 recruits just recruited at the end of last year. There are no other mobile forces available. The heavy responsibility of defending Xiangyang has completely fallen on Dian Wei, Xu Chu and the flying tiger guards led by them.
Outside the west gate. A team of cavalry is ready to go. This cavalry has about a thousand men. From the Second Army. The leader was Wang Wei, who was seriously injured in Changke County. After returning from injury, he was promoted to a partial general. This time Zhang Fei sent him to escort Liu Xin to Guanghan. Liu Xin and Cheng Yu got off the carriage. They also changed into cavalry costumes. Step on the war horse. Mixed in the ranks. It does not seem to be any different from ordinary soldiers.
This year. Liu Xin has never left the prefecture. Who would have thought that he would suddenly arrive outside the city today. Liu Xin had a stirrup between her legs. Laughing. Turning his head and said to Cheng Yu: "Zhong De. I haven't been riding a horse for a year. Let's go. Let's try our feet first. Then we will see how amazing the Xiliang Iron Horse is, which is famous all over the world. Drive."
With his whip lightly raised. The entire cavalry began to move. Like a long dragon. It galloped west along the wide and flat avenue.
Zhu Ding, the prefect of Zhangke, has received the document sent by Liu Xin quickly. Tell him that Zhu Ying has regained freedom from this day. No longer a hostage. in fact. Zhu Ding is very clear. For three years. Zhu Ying has never been imprisoned. His life in Xiangyang is more comfortable than himself. Not only did Liu Xin not feel sorry for him. And thinking about letting him return to freedom. To know. At that time, Zhu Ying wanted to poison Liu Xin to death. Liu Xin can retaliate with virtue. In addition to doing things for Liu Xin wholeheartedly, Zhu Ding. Are there any other ideas? The document also reminded him to pay attention to the movement of the four counties in South Central China. Strengthen prevention.
Although Zhu Ding was only a barbarian leader. But able to master the largest branch of the barbarians. The mind is not that simple. From the day Feng Lie took the barbarian army into Yangke County. He had a foreboding that something big was about to happen. The documents sent by Liu Xin strengthened his judgment. Zhu Ding said nothing. Hastened to send people to mobilize the young and middle-aged of the barbarian tribes. The barbarians are all brave and tough. As long as you can afford it. Is a qualified fighter. Almost everyone is a soldier. Zhu Ding is completely confident to help Liu Xin defend Zhangke County. Don't ask the enemy to overstep the thunder pool.
Liu Xin took this cavalry team day and night. Even meals are dry food. I only rest for two hours every night. It was the early morning of the seventh day of the first month. Has arrived at the big camp located in Guanghan County. This camp is located in Jianmen Pass. An entire army of 180,000 gathered. After going out of Jianmen Pass, it is Jiameng Pass for more than 20 miles to the northeast.
Jiamengguan is located at the main traffic road of Qin and Shu. The Jialing River and the Bailong River meet here. Shangtong Hanzhong. Next to Chengdu. It is the only way to enter Shu from the Central Plains. Now it is Liu Yan’s old generals Yang Huai and Gao Pei who guard Jia Mengguan pass. After they were breached in Chengdu. He took refuge in Zhang Lu. Liu Xin was furious about this incident. Vow to take the first rank of these two people. If Jia Mengguan is in your hands. You can take Hanzhong directly after you leave the customs and head north.
It is different from the pass in other places. Jiameng Pass is actually a city. It is true that "guan" is the "city". Jiamengguan in a narrow sense is actually the west gate of Hanshou City. In a broad sense, Jiamengguan refers to the entire Hanshou City. Before and after Jiameng Pass. The mountains overlap. Dangerous rock cliffs. It's very dangerous.
Liu Xin sat on the big tent. Looking at a crowd of civil and military standing on both sides. Smiled and asked: "Gongming. What's the current situation at Jiamengguan. You can talk about it."
Xu Huang stayed here for more than a year. Collecting information on Jia Mengguan has almost become his daily work. I heard Liu Xin ask. He folded his hands and said: "Go back to the Lord. Since the restoration of Chengdu. The gate of Jiameng Pass towards Shudi has never been opened. But the general has already found out clearly. Jiameng Pass has a total of 5,000 defenders. They are all under Liu Yan. The old army. After Jiameng Pass, there is a Zhang Lu garrison. The number is about 10,000 people. The equipment for siege is available. Only the lord's order is needed."
Huang Zhong added: "Go back to the Lord. I will have more than two months in the future. I have also visited the pass several times. Although this pass is not as tall and majestic as Yique Pass, the terrain is even more dangerous. The road in front of the pass is very narrow. The siege forces and equipment are not easy to deploy. Only sneak attacks are recommended.
Zhang Fei couldn't help it. He jumped out and said: "Big Brother. This time the task of attacking Jiameng Pass will be handed over to our Second Army. I am willing to make a military order. I will win Jiameng Pass within three days. Otherwise, come see you."
Wei Yan, Gao Shun, Wenpin and others also called for the battle.
Xu Huang smiled and said, "Han Sheng is extremely concerned. Yi De doesn't need to worry. The party responsible for attacking Jia Mengguan has already been arranged. It will be clear tomorrow."
Liu Xin stood up and said: "Jia Mengguan is in danger again. It can't stop the advancement of my great men and soldiers. As long as everyone works together. The revival of the Han room is just around the corner. You will return to camp and rest. Wait until tomorrow morning. I invite everyone to Guanshang. Have breakfast."