Chapter 767: Dong Zhuo who broke the jar and broke it

Nanyang has seventeen counties under its jurisdiction, seven of which were occupied by Qin Hao.

When Liu Xiu led the army north, the three counties near Xiangyang were captured again, so at present, the Qin army only has four counties in the southern county, including Xiangyang and Yicheng.

Yicheng is the closest county seat to Xiangyang, and it is only three days before Bai Qi returns with his army.

Of course, Bai Qi took only 20,000 elites and 30,000 prisoners, and 5,000 wounded soldiers were left in Yicheng.

In addition to the army under Bai Qi's command, the other Qin troops scattered all over Nanjun were all recalled by Qin Hao.

60,000 Qin troops gathered in Xiangyang, as long as they are not stupid, they can see that the Qin army must have a big action.

Some people speculate that Qin Hao's concentration of troops is to attack Nanjun, and some people think that Qin Hao is afraid of Bai Qi so he will withdraw his troops, but the truth is completely different from what everyone thinks.

Xiangyang, the state pastoral mansion, at the military and political meeting, Li Cunxiao said to Qin Hao:

"Lord, although General Bai Qi may have some minor mistakes, but you are loyal to your lord, and you have never done anything transgressive, can you listen to the one-sided slander of a villain and punish him casually......"

Bai Qi, who was standing under Qin Hao, was already stunned after hearing what Li Cunxiao said, and covered his face with a loveless look.

Qin Hao was also confused, what the hell is this? Why can't I understand it?

"Wait, Li Cunxiao, what kind of nonsense are you talking about?"

Qin Hao immediately interrupted Li Cunxiao and asked, "What slander?" What villain? General Bai Qi has made great contributions this time, but he is too late for this Hou Shang, why should he be punished for his crimes? ”

Li Cunxiao was also stunned, and said dumbfoundedly: "Didn't the lord fall for Liu Xiu's discordant plan, so he gave up Nanjun, which was at his fingertips?" ”

Qin Hao was amused by Li Cunxiao, and said angrily: "In your Li Cunxiao's heart, Ben Hou doesn't even have this kind of mind?" ”

"That's?"

"The reason why you are recalled at this time is mainly because Dong Zhuo has mobilized heavy troops in Hanzhong, Wuguan, and Xuanyuan Pass, and it is possible to send troops to attack Nanyang in three ways at any time, and you will be transferred back to defend Nanyang."

Hearing this, Li Cunxiao was stunned, and the generals finally came to their senses.

No wonder the main guild gave up Nanjun, it turned out that it was because of Nanyang, Nanyang was the foundation of the Qin army, even the three Nanjun could not compare, so of course it was necessary to save Nanyang first.

Li Cunxiao pointed at the generals without tears, and said with a wry smile: "You waited for me to take the lead in interceding, did you premeditate and deliberately want to see my jokes?" ”

"No, no......" the generals hurriedly denied.

The reason why Li Cunxiao was asked to intercede was naturally because Li Cunxiao liked him the most, and his lord would definitely be able to listen to him, but he knew that the truth was a little far from what they thought.

Li Cunxiao saw that everyone was throwing the pot, and immediately asked Bai Qi: "Bai Qi, do you know right?" ”

Bai Qi sighed and nodded slightly.

"Then why didn't you let me know in advance? I am disgraced in front of my lord. Li Cunxiao said angrily.

"I didn't know you would do that." Bai Qi said helplessly.

"You ......"

Li Cunxiao's face was aggrieved, and he knew that he wouldn't bother with nothing.

Qin Hao also laughed when he saw this scene: "Okay, Li Cunxiao, look at your grievances, this time the Flying Tiger Battalion has made great contributions, but it has also suffered heavy casualties, so I will compensate you for giving priority to the selection of soldiers and equipment, and the establishment will be expanded to 3,000 cavalry." ”

Li Cunxiao instantly turned his grievances into ecstasy, and shouted: "Thank you, lord." ”

Looking at Li Cunxiao, who changed his face in an instant, the generals were also dumbfounded, and their hearts were all routines.

Qin Hao, who thought that he had dealt with Li Cunxiao, shifted his attention to Bai Qi, and said in a deep voice: "Bai Qi, you have made great contributions to defeating the Jingzhou coalition army in this battle, and this marquis has appointed you as the governor of Nanyang, and led 30,000 troops to Yexian County for fortification. ”

The Metropolitan Governor had the power to lead the army alone, that is, the Generalissimo of later generations.

The Qin army had not set up the post of governor before, and although generals such as Bai Qi, Yue Fei, and Zhang Liao had led troops to fight alone, their military positions were still worse than those of the governor.

This time, Bai Qi made such a great contribution, only the position of governor was worthy of his merits, and Bai Qi also became the first governor of the Qin army.

The west of Nanyang has to face the threat of Wuguan and Hanzhong, these two directions, and only Bai Qi is guarding here, Qin Hao can be completely relieved.

Bai Qi was overjoyed in his heart, but his face was still calm, and he hugged his fists and said, "Thank you for your trust." ”

The generals also said in unison: "Meet the Grand Governor." ”

Bai Qi led 30,000 troops to Yexian for repair, while Qin Hao led 20,000 elites back to Wancheng, leaving only 10,000 troops and 30,000 prisoners of war to Xiangyang, as for the defenders, Qin Hao had other arrangements.

What everyone didn't know was that the main purpose of Qin Hao's withdrawal this time was not to rescue Nanyang at all.

Nanyang has 70,000 elite soldiers, and Yue Fei, Xue Rengui, Su Dingfang, Zhang Liao and other generals are guarding it, unless Dong Zhuo has more than 200,000 troops, it is impossible to capture Nanyang, and before completely integrating Guanxi, Dong Zhuo cannot use 300,000 troops to deal with Qin Hao.

Therefore, Qin Hao's real purpose in recalling the army was actually to prepare for the heroes to fight against Dong.

Not long ago, Qin Hao received information from Jinyiwei's secret agent, saying that Dong Zhuo had done a great rebellion, not only forcibly sleeping with Empress Dowager He, but even staying in the palace overnight.

After receiving this news, Qin Hao's first reaction was that Dong Zhuo was crazy, after all, the rumors about Dong Zhuo were indeed false, but now they are true.

Dong Zhuo had restrained himself before, but under the persecution of He Hou and the others, Dong Zhuo, who thought that he could not be washed in vain, had completely lost patience and was ready to break the jar, and he would directly crush any obstacles and threats in the future.

Didn't you frame the old man for sleeping with the Queen Mother? Then the old man will sleep and show you.

Didn't you frame the old man's cholera harem? Then the old man will show you mess around.

Anger blinded Dong Zhuo's eyes, he was venting, he was taking revenge, and Dong Zhuo's behavior of completely letting go of himself would also make him face a situation where the world was the enemy.

Dong Zhuo finally embarked on the path of the Demon King, and it was estimated that the Emperor Killing would not be long after, so Qin Hao naturally had to prepare in advance, so as not to be caught off guard when he arrived.

It is indeed a pity to give up Nanjun at this time, but Qin Hao's purpose of going south to capture Xiangyang this time and improving the southern defense line has also been completed.

In addition, Jingzhou's military strength was basically abolished by Bai Qi in this battle, and it is impossible to recover in a short period of time, so it is actually the same for Nanjun to take it early and late.

Compared with this, it is naturally more important to replace Dong Zhuo and become the new overlord of the princes.