The latest free chapters of the book can be found here. Beam Bridge. It is located at the junction of Dangyin County and Wucheng.

Huang Zhong led an army of 50,000 to Liangqiao. met Li Ru, who was killed from Dangyin County. The two sides fought for a while at the beam bridge. It's hard to tell the difference. Can engage several times in a row. There is no winner or loser. and camped to each other.

Jizhou Army. The Great Tent of the Chinese Army.

Huang Zhong, Jia Xu, Yan Rou and Yan Liang sat in the tent. The war is being discussed.

Yan Liang stiffened his face. Not without worry: "General Hansheng. Fought with Li Ru several times in a row. It's all about winning and losing. From the analysis of the situation of this battle. It can be judged that the soldiers under Li Ru's command are all elite. Again. It can also be seen from this battle. Li Ru has far more troops than we do. If you continue to adopt a head-on strategy. It's not good for us."

Huang Zhong stroked his beard under his chin. Said slowly: "General Yan's analysis is very reasonable. I think so too." Talking. Huang Zhong looked at Jia Xu. Asked: "For this battle. What can the military advisor do?"

Yan Rou's gaze also fell on Jia Xu. There is anticipation in the eyes.

Before staying in Ye County. Yan Rou took a few days. Understand Wang Lei's situation clearly.

Wen Chenzhong. Jia Xu and Guo Jia are undoubtedly the two people that Wang Lei relies on the most. And the strategy of these two. It is also one of Wang Lei's advisors. He can learn from Jia Xu's side. There was also a burst of excitement in my heart.

Jia Xu gently shook the feather fan. Unhurriedly, he said, "General Hansheng, don't be in a hurry. Defeat Li Ru's strategy. I'm already doing it. Now all to do is wait. Be patient enough. While waiting. Strengthen the defense of the front and rear battalions. Make sure our camp won't be attacked."

Huang Zhong raised his eyebrows. He asked, "When did the military advisor start carrying out the strategy?" How I don't know."

Jia Xu said: "When I set off from Ye County. It's already begun."

Huang Zhong hurriedly asked again: "The strategy of the military advisor. What the hell is going on?"

Jia Xu didn't hurry to tell the plan. After all that's said. Huang Zhong, Yan Rou and Yan Liang's eyes. It's all endless amazement. I didn't expect Jia Xu's layout to be so profound.

Huang Zhong couldn't help but stroking his hands in admiration. sighed: "The plan of the military advisor. It's really hard to know. With the scheming of the gentleman. It's easy to defeat Li Ru."

Yan Rou said convincingly: "The strategy of the military advisor. It's amazing."

Yan Liang said: "This battle. Victory in martial arts."

The smile on Jia Xu's face converged. He said in a deep voice: "The situation just now. Except for the lord and Shi Ah know. And that's what you know. So. It must be kept secret. If a little bit of wind is revealed. You should know the consequences."

Huang Zhong said loudly: "Sir, don't worry. I understand."

Yan Liang and Yan Rou nodded. Both of them understood the importance of Jia Xu's message.

……

East County. Puyang County.

Cao Cao led his army to attack Jizhou. The base camp is located in Puyang County.

The Great Tent of the Chinese Army. Cao Cao is discussing countermeasures with Xi Zhicai and Xun You. This time attack Jizhou. Cao Cao took Zhicai and Xun You with him. And Xun Yu, Cheng Yu and Man Chong and others. Stay in the rear and take care of logistics. Guarantee the supply of military food and equipment.

Cao Cao flicked his sleeves. He said loudly: "The news from Dangyin County. Li Ru began to storm Huang Zhong. Every battle. The fighting on both sides was fierce. Whether it is Li Ru's troops. Or Huang Zhong's troops. have weakened a lot. Li Ru went all out. So this battle. must share the victory or defeat with Wang Lei. At this time. We can't tear down Cao Cao's platform either. It's time to go all out."

Xun Yu said: "The meaning of the lord. Are you planning to use the tiger and leopard to ride?"

The Tiger and Leopard Cavalry was the most elite cavalry under Cao Cao. The number was about three thousand. The commander is Xu Chu. The deputy commander is Xu Chu's brother Xu Ding. The two are outstanding in martial arts. Loyal to Cao Cao. It is Cao Cao's confidant and favorite general.

Cao Cao said: "Until the end. You can't use the tiger and leopard to ride."

Xi Zhicai said: "The general of the Jizhou Army we are facing is named Zhang Jaw. This person is not simple."

Xun Yu said: "What kind of ability does the open jaw have?"

Xi Zhicai replied: "Zhang Jaw is from Jizhou. I've learned about open jaws. In the beginning. Zhang Jaw served as a military commander under Han Fu. But not reused. And the reputation is not obvious. Later. Wang Lei is in charge. Zhang Jaw became Wang Lei's henchman. Started to make a name for itself. Become a general under Wang Lei."

"When Yuan Shao rebelled. Led the army to approach Wei County. However, it was blocked by Zhang Jaw with very few troops in Ping'en County, northeast of Wei County. It's hard to move forward."

Xi Zhicai said: "Yuan Shao was destroyed. Zhang Jaw became the Taishou of Bohai County. After Zhang Jaw took office. Use thunderous means to exterminate the descendants left by Yuan Shao. Up and down the Yuan family. They were all executed with open jaws. During his tenure. Enwei and Shi. In a short time. Let the people of Bohai County completely belong to Wang Lei."

Xi Zhicai continued: "Put aside the rest of the ability to open your jaw. The most important point is that the open jaw is good at defending. Before. We attacked tentatively twice. Jaw opening takes advantage of the geographical environment. Easily blocked our attacks. To defeat Open Jaw. It's not easy."

Cao Cao said in a deep voice: "Since it's defense. There will always be flaws. Opportunities are sought in the midst of war. It didn't exist in the first place. I want to kill the open jaw at once. It's not that easy. We're going to keep attacking. Be constantly onslaught. Find out the weakness of the open jaw."

"No."

Xi Zhicai and Xun You nodded. Respectfully exit the tent.

With Cao Cao's order given. The soldiers of the Cao army continued to march out of Puyang. Go to Fanyang County and kill it. Zhang Jaw is stationed in Fanyang County. Command the soldiers to defend. The two armies clashed. There are winners and losers for each other. There's no distinction between the superior and the inferior.

……

Dangyin County. LI Ru Daying.

A mighty convoy. Slowly walk towards the camp. This team. It was sent by Dong Lian from Chang'an. A full 100,000 stone of grain was delivered. The man in charge of escorting the grain is named Dong Liang. Served as the prime minister of the house. is Dong Lian's confidant.

Dong Liang arrived outside the camp. Immediately let hold the token to report.

It didn't take long. Xu Huang came out of the camp to greet him. Xu Huang smiled. Said: "Dong Hu Cao came at the right time. There were only two days left of food in the camp. The captain has urged him several times."

Dong Liang smiled and said, "General Xu is polite. This is the duty of the lower officials. I'm nothing but escorting food. He also brought the reward of the country. Xiangguo sees the efforts of the captain in his eyes. Very gratifying. Meantime. Xiangguo rewarded him with a hundred jars of wine. Reward the Captain."

Xu Huang was happy for Li Ru in his heart. said, "Thank you Xiangguo." Immediately. Xu Huang said: "Dong Hu Cao, please. The captain has been waiting for a long time."

The two of them are one in front of the other. Come to the big tent of the Chinese army.

Dong Liang met Li Ru. Said respectfully: "Xiaguan Dong Liang. I've seen the captain."

Li Ru waved his hand and motioned for Dong Liang to sit down. Said lightly: "How is the situation in Chang'an?"

Dong Liang replied, "Returning to the Captain. All is well."

Li Ru smiled slightly. "I hope it's what you say. You go back and tell Sangkook. This officer will defeat the Jizhou army in the shortest possible time. Attack Ye County."

"Yes."

Dong Liang nodded. Respectfully answered.

For Li Ru. Dong Liang's conscience was also a little stunned.

Li Ru waved his hand. "The war is urgent. I'm not going to keep you."

"Farewell to the Lower Officials."

Dong Liang stood up. Exited the camp.

Throughout. It's just a few words. The ass is also not sitting hot. But Dong Liang understands his identity. He's just a little Hucao. Li Ru was able to meet him. It's already good. Xu Huang followed behind Dong Liang. Wait for Dong Liang to leave the camp with the soldiers who have finished unloading their food. Xu Huang returned to the tent.

After the salute. Xu Huang smiled and said, "Tai Wei. Dong Huang sent someone to bring food. Enough for our soldiers to eat for a month. Next. I can fight with all my might."

Li Ru smiled slightly. Said: "Xiangguo this time. Well done."

Xu Huang wanted to speak and stopped. "There will be a sentence at the end. I don't know if to say it."

"Straight to the point." LI Rudao.

Xu Huang said: "Dong Huang did this. Could it be ill-intentioned?"

"Hahaha......"

Li Ru laughed out loud. Seems very happy.

Xu Huang asked, "Why is the captain laughing?"

In fact. Li Ru was happy with Xu Huang's attitude towards Dong Huang. Li Ru is worried about teaching the truth. Called Xiangguo. However. Xu Huang directly called Dong Huang's name. This is obviously his Li Ru's henchman. Again. Xu Huang openly questioned Dong Huang. It also made Li Ru satisfied. Xu Huang is his confidant. You must be loyal to him.

Li Ru stopped laughing. replied: "Dong Huang's approach. You don't have to worry. News came from those who stayed in Chang'an. The reason why Dong Huang did this. It was Dong Lian's persuasion."

Xu Huang was even more puzzled. asked: "Dong Lian hates Taiwei to the core. Deliberately trying to bring down the captain. How could he possibly help the Captain?"

Li Ru said with a serious expression: "Dong Lian is right to me. I hate it to the core. Before. I've always thought of this guy as a gentleman. But after this time things happen. I think this kid is good."

Xu Huang looked curious. Unknown so.

Li Ru explained: "I led the troops to meet Wang Lei. Dong Huang summoned Dong Lian. I plan to leave Chang'an with my troops. Hands-on in Chang'an. Take the right from my hands. Dong Lian persuaded Dong Huang. Say infighting at this time. It would make it difficult for me. It will make Wang Lei profitable. What's more. Dong Lian thinks that once he takes away my rights. I may lose to Wang Lei. caused Chang'an to be in danger. caused Dong Huang to be in danger. Dong Huang worries about his own safety. I agreed to Dong Lian's persuasion."

There was a pause. Li Ru smiled again and said, "Dong Lian also said something. He said Dong Huang and I were fighting. It's a fight between their own people. To fight. I have to wait until I defeat Wang Lei before we do it."

Xu Huang had a smile on his face. said: "Dong Lian can say this. It's a bit insightful. But Dong Lian still can't. He's too underestimated and too lieutenant. With that little power in Dong Huang's hands. and Dong Huang's little bit of ability. I want to fight with the captain. It's simply impossible. Even if the Taiwei is not in Chang'an. Dong Lian can't make waves."

Li Ru smiled slightly. Look confident.

In fact. Xu Huang's words won Li Ru's approval.

Li Ru led his army out of Chang'an. On the face of it. All his troops were brought out. But Li Ru acted cautiously. A steady arrangement has been made for a long time. Dong Huang wants to seize power. Li Ru can easily take down Dong Huang.