Of course, Zhao Yu's banquet was not to welcome the messenger sent by Liu Bei. Although Zhao Yu already knew that Liu Bei had replaced Tao Qian in the position of Xuzhou Mu. He didn't have much thoughts about this either. And also willing to transfer some food and grass to support Liu Bei. But the messenger sent by Liu Bei was neither Guan Yu nor Jian Yong, who was Liu Bei's cronies. It was not Chen Deng and Sun Gan's old officials under Tao Qian. It's just an ordinary person. Naturally, he couldn't afford the grand reception of his prefect.
Although Liu Bei's messenger was also fortunate to participate in this feast. Not the guest of honor tonight. The guest of honor Zhao Yu hosted today was Ruo Rong, the prefect of Pengcheng.
Several counties to the north of Pengcheng fell one after another. Ruo Rong was shocked. He dared not stay in Pengcheng again. He hurriedly took his troops and more than one hundred thousand people and fled south. All the way non-stop. Entered Guangling City. Zhao Yu knew that he was Tao Qian's township party. And he was also an official in Xuzhou. Naturally it is warm hospitality.
The wealthy alumni in Guangling are counted throughout Xuzhou. Zhao Yu has been here for many years. Naturally rich. The utensils used in the banquet were all made of gold and silver. The delicacies of mountains and seas make Ruo Rong salivate. Ruo Rong was already a little enthusiastic.
Three rounds of wine. Zhao Yu patted his palms lightly. A team of dancers entered in file. Behind the screens on both sides, there were waves of silk and bamboo. Those dancers are enchanting. Graceful and charming. Singing and dancing. It's intoxicating.
Although Ruo Rong also served as the prefect of Pengcheng for several years. But compared to Zhao Yu. That's too far. Ruo Rong couldn't help being greedy. Under the guise of a toast to Zhao Yu. Suddenly pulled out the sharp blade from his waist. Zhao Yu was chopped over at the table with a knife. Another knife cut off his head.
It happened suddenly. The guests at the banquet were caught off guard. The architectural dancer was also frightened by the bloody scene. Screaming again and again.
Ruo Rong jumped on a few cases. Said loudly: "Zhao Yu connected with Cao Cao. Ruomou was killed on the spot by the order of Master Zhou Mu. Anyone who dissatisfied with him. No matter if he is killed."
Half of this banquet was the subordinate officials Ruo Rong brought from Pengcheng. These people left their homes. Who doesn't want to find a safe place. Naturally, it will not violate the meaning of Ruo Rong. And those Guangling subordinate officials. Because I saw Liu Bei's messenger suddenly appear here. Some are skeptical. In addition, Zhao Yu is already in a different place. No one dared to come out and ask questions. Ruo Rong was shocked on the spot.
Ruo Rong said in a deep voice, "Is there any of Zhao Yu's accomplices among you? We still need to inquire in detail. Before the water becomes clear, no one is allowed to leave the prefectural palace."
Give this order. The soldiers from Ruo Rong swarmed in. All the officials in Guangling County were arrested. No one actually thought of resisting. The Guangling area has been peaceful for a long time. Even the Yellow Turban Rebellion did not spread here. The soldiers under Zhao Yu didn't know what the war was like anymore. Ignorant. No one came to ask what happened. He became a prisoner in a daze.
Ruo Rong sees that the overall situation has been determined. Then he said to the messenger Liu Bei sent, "Go back and report to Master Liu. It is said that the grain and grass from Guangling will be delivered soon."
The messenger saw Ruo Rong overturn Zhao Yu. Being frightened. Suddenly got Ruo Rong's promise. Quit hurriedly. I dare not stay here for a moment.
Watching the messenger exit. Fan Neng, Ruorong's general, asked, "Is it true that the lord really wants to transfer grain and grass to Liu Bei."
Ruo Rong sneered. Said: "Liu Bei is just a peddler weaver. How dare to steal the position of the prefecture and shepherd. He wants the grain and grass in Guangling. It is no different from idiotic dreams. I think the place in Guangling is rich. But it shouldn't stay for long. Take a look. Go to the south of the Yangtze River to find a safe place."
Fan Neng was really suffocated these days when he was fleeing with Ruo Rong. I just looked at the girls dancing at the banquet. Already throbbed. Now I heard that Ruo Rong allowed them to take a big pill. Can't help but grinned and said, "The brothers below have not tasted the meat in some days. Your lord. Look. Isn't it?"
Ruo Rong laughed and said: "Tell the brethren. Play is just play. Don't overdo it. Pass the order. There should be no less than ten people in each group. After you're done. Remember to clean up."
He gave this order. The people of Guangling City have suffered. The soldiers who had withdrawn from Pengcheng had no ability to fight against Cao Jun. It is full of energy to bully the people. All night. There are burning, killing, looting, and rape of women everywhere. Fortunately, a Guangling has almost become a hell on earth.
Liu Xin learned of Cao Cao's resignation in Xiangyang. Hehe smiled. Said to Jushou: "This Cao Cao is still acquainted. I just don't know if Yuan Shao will send troops now."
in history. Yuan Shao will always use troops again after missing a good opportunity. Liu Xin wants to come. This time he will be no exception. I really hope to see Cao Cao and Yuan Shao fight.
But Jushou said, "Go back to the lord. A heavy snowfall has just fallen in the north. It hasn't reached the knees. The subordinates thought. Even if Yuan Shao had the intention to send troops, there was nothing he could do."
"Oh" Liu Xin said: "This would be a coincidence. If Liu did not immediately order the use of soldiers against the Xiongnu. I am afraid that it will be the next spring. However. This way. It is not expected that the Xiongnu will fight back. Zilong and Han promote them. The soldiers can take a rest."
Heavy snow will not only affect the transportation of grain and grass. Even the galloping horses will struggle. Liu Xin is very familiar with the cavalry tactics of the grassland tribes. They often choose a mare as a mount. On the vast desert. There is only enough grass. You can provide mare's milk. They do not need to carry other supplies. now. This heavy snow fell below the knees. Don't talk about pasture. Not even a grass root can be found. Naturally, these Xiongnu cavalry would not be able to attack the Central Plains again. And this is after the beginning of spring every year. The reason why the Xiongnu attacks on the border will increase.
Jushou smiled and said: "The Huns' army will not come. However. The Huns' messengers should also be here these days. At the beginning, the lord ordered to attack the Huns. The subordinates were still a little worried. I didn't expect the Huns to be beaten this way. On the contrary, he was much more honest. He obediently sent an envoy to come. It's really a beating."
"Haha. Father and you. Don't be too happy too early. We don't know what the Huns sent this envoy to come to talk about." Liu Xin nodded. Asked suddenly. "That's right. What is the name of this Huns envoy? He passed Liangzhou. The road should be smooth. How come he walks so slowly."
These days. Liu Xin kept Jushou paying attention to the movements of the Huns. Jushou did not check the information about the Huns less. I have a general understanding of the situation of the Huns. The situation of the Huns' envoys is also clear. He immediately folded his hands and said: "Go back to the lord. This person is called Hu Chuquan. He is the younger brother of the Huns Shanyu Fuluo. Now he is the right wise king of the Huns. The Huns respect the left. So his status is still under the left wise king Liu Bao. It can be regarded as the third person among the Huns."
Liu Xin sneered and said, "The Southern Huns have been attached to my big man for quite a long time. They dare to stand on their own and stand on their own. What is the position of my big man."
Ju Sui feels sweaty. The Southern Huns were merely attached to the big man. Advocate to Dahan. It has not really been included in Dahan's territory. It's a matter of course that they set up their own Shanyu and Right-hand Kings.
Liu Xin did not wait for Jushou's answer. Continued: "Gongyou. Do you know why their King Zuo Xian named Liu Bao."
Jushou shook his head. Said: "Subordinates don't know."
Liu Xin said: "Liu's surname is the national surname of my great Han. He named himself Liu Bao. It means that he is also a Han family clan."
Jushou chuckled and said, "He is a Huns. He is not a Han. Even if he changes his surname, he is not considered a Han clan family member."
Liu Xin said: "All this stems from the policy of making peace when I was a big man. Since then, Liu Bao has believed that he is half of the Han family. Why did he take Liu's surname? He also promoted these things. Could it be that He doesn't have any wolfish ambitions that he wants to take control of the Central Plains."
Ju Suo was taken aback. Said: "The Xiongnu plundered the border incidents happen from time to time. The lord is too worried."
Liu Xin knows many historical processes in later generations. His thoughts are definitely not alarmist. Seeing Jushou's face of unbelief. Liu Xin smiled. Said: "Gongyou. You know for many years. Why did the Xiongnu and Xianbei grassland tribes only harassed the border with me. Didn't they go deep into the interior? That's because they haven't mastered the method of siege. However, the world changes. Someday they will master these skills. Then you watch them again. Will they just harass the border."
This is a bit frustrating to believe. right now. The Huns used all the border people who had taken captives into slaves. And most of the Han Chinese who were taken into captivity were women. In case someday the Huns abduct some Han people who know how to siege the city. And these Han people were forced by the Huns' prestige. Tell me the siege method you have mastered and the words. That big man is really dangerous.
More than a thousand years of insight. Liu Xin has always had a natural vigilance towards these nomadic tribes living on the grasslands. Has always regarded these nomadic tribes as their greatest enemy. After Liu Xin defeated Dong Zhuo. Did not use the power of new victory. Continue to attack Cao Cao and Yuan Shao. Of course, there are factors worrying that Cao Cao and Yuan Shao will unite and fight against themselves. The more important reason is the worry that "the end of the crossbow can't pass through Luzhen." The "Lu Jin" in Liu Xin's heart is naturally not other vassals other than Cao Cao and Yuan Shao. And it is the nomads on these grasslands.
Liu Xin's original plan was to first consolidate the territories he had already mastered. Rest and rest. Build up strength. Then it took advantage of the time when Cao Cao and Yuan Shao were both defeated. They defeated them in one fell swoop. Sweep other princes. Unify the whole big man. Wait until the world gradually settles down. Then slowly improve people's livelihood. Economic development. After the strength has grown. It is naturally easy to deal with the nomads on the grasslands.
In fact. The reason why Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty was able to defeat the Xiongnu. It also benefited from the two generations of Wenjing rest and rest. The result of accumulating strength. And now the Han family is in the world. Experienced the decadent reign of Emperor Hengling. Plus the Yellow Turban Rebellion. Has been riddled with holes. Only under Liu Xin's rule can be regarded as a piece of paradise.
and so. Although Liu Xin's original plan progressed slowly. But it is also a safe solution. but. This time the counterattack against the Huns achieved unexpected results. Let Liu Xin quietly change her mind.