Zhang Liang and Emperor Yi galloped towards Hangu Pass. Halfway through the trip, he received a battle report from Xiang Yu to occupy Hangu Pass. Fortunately, the timely return of Chen Ping and Han Xin brought the situation under control, and after learning that Xiang Yu's soldiers were stationed in three ways, Emperor Yi began to ask Zhang Liang for advice.

"Zhang Situ, now that Xiang Yu has entered Guanzhong, I never thought that he would follow my will. Although he led 100,000 troops and horses to garrison the west of Xianyang, and did not attack Xianyang, his 300,000 troops were actually all in the pass. What should we do about it? ”

Although Zhang Liang thought that Xiang Yu and Fan Zeng would break through Hangu Pass, he didn't expect that the other party would really be so fast. Now that Xiang Yu's army has entered the customs, it is an unchangeable fact, and he has to take one step at a time.

"Xiang Yu will never dare to disobey His Majesty's will now. The assassination of Ji Bu is their biggest headache, as long as we bite this point, we can naturally restrain him and Fan Zeng. Now that the 300,000 army has entered the customs, we can only see the moves. Fortunately, the princes from all walks of life have begun to gather in Xianyang, and it is expected that he will not dare to make a big move, so please continue to lead the guards to Hangu Pass. A large number of men and horses are marching too slowly, and the subordinates must take the first step and make a detour into Xianyang, otherwise I am afraid that the Pei Guild will be calculated by Fan Zeng. ”

When Emperor Yi heard Zhang Liang's words, he nodded casually and agreed to allow him to go first. After the two sides arrived in Xianyang, they would discuss the Hongmen banquet.

After separating from Emperor Yi's soldiers and horses, Zhang Liang took his light cavalry and went to Wuguan non-stop.

After several days of hurried, when he arrived at Wuguan, he found that the general guarding the pass was still Sergeant Liu Bang, and Zhang Yun had also arrived, so he entered the customs with peace of mind.

After seeing Zhang Yun, Zhang Liang asked eagerly: "Zhang Yun, after I leave, how is the situation in Handu?" ”

Zhang Yun saw Gongzi inquiring about the situation of Handu, and hurriedly reported: "Gongzi, Xiao and Wang Fangxing are not dishonored, Jibu's 50,000 army has all changed their surnames to Han, and when I leave, your thunderbolt has been basically debugged, because of its huge size, the craftsman has to bring materials to install and make on the city wall." ”

After learning that everything was going smoothly according to his plan, Zhang Liang breathed a long sigh of relief. After briefly explaining the important tasks of guarding the customs with the general of Wuguan, he took Zhang Yun and rushed to Xianyang non-stop. As soon as he entered the Xianyang Qin Palace, he saw Liu Bang and many of his subordinates discussing in the main hall.

Liu Bang learned that Zhang Liang was back, and hurriedly ran to the palace gate to greet him, and then said slightly apologetically: "Zifang, I'm sorry for you." I fell for Xiang Yu's scheme, and the other party took Hangu Pass. The gunpowder you left me was all destroyed by the other party. ”

Zhang Liang never complained about Liu Bang, and when he saw that he was still alive, he immediately comforted: "Pei Gong, it's okay if you're fine." I know the matter in general, now we should follow the will of the righteous emperor as soon as possible and return the army to the hegemony! ”

Liu Bang and the others were stunned when they heard this, Xiao He hurriedly stepped forward and asked, "Zhang Situ, how did you know that Emperor Yi's will let us return to the army as supremacy, and we also received the will this morning." “

Seeing that everyone was puzzled, Zhang Liang smiled and said, "This is the result of my discussion with Emperor Yi." ”

After listening to Zhang Liang's words, everyone was even more puzzled. Zhang Liang saw everyone's expressions, so he told him what happened after leaving Hangu Pass. When everyone heard that Zhang Liang entrusted Chen Ping and Han Xin to help, they all admired him.

"Ofan, fortunately with you, otherwise this Xianyang would have been broken by Xiang Yu long ago." Liu Bang was already grateful to Zhang Liang at this time.

Fan Xu heard everything Zhang Liang said, and said casually: "I said why didn't Xiang Yu attack, it turned out that you contained him in the ovary." It's really yours, but Lao Tzu can't be ashamed of Xuehan Guguan. ”

Hearing Fan Xu's threat to be ashamed, Xiahou Ying immediately refuted: "Can you die if you don't blow it?" You will always be so reckless, if I don't pull you in Hanguguan, you will become a ghost long ago! ”

Seeing that the two of them were fighting again, Zhang Liang hurriedly comforted: "The two elder brothers, don't quarrel with their own people here, if you want to be ashamed, you will definitely have a chance, so let's act according to the plan first." ”

What Zhang Situ said is extremely true, although Xiang Yu did not dare to move lightly because of Emperor Yi's restraint, he had 300,000 troops in his hands after all. Our army has lost Hangu Pass, and the gate of Guanzhong has been opened, so it is better to withdraw from Xianyang as soon as possible. ”

As soon as Zhang Liang saw that the person who spoke was Li Shiqi, he immediately stepped forward to briefly reminisce. The last time he came to Xianyang, Li Shiqi couldn't see each other because he was assigned by Liu Bang to go out, and now the two are very excited to get together again.

After Zhang Liang and Li Shiqi talked, Liu Bang began to arrange the withdrawal of troops. Zhang Liang begged everyone for leave and went straight to Yu Xi and Qingmin's residence. When he saw the second daughter, he immediately rushed up and hugged the two.

Yu Xi and Qingmin were overjoyed when they saw Zhang Liang returning. But when he suddenly hugged him, the two of them were suddenly shy.

"You're crazy, don't get carried away, let go." Yu Xi tried to push Zhang Liang away, but he couldn't do it after all. I don't know if she really can't push it away, or if she just doesn't want to push it away in her heart.

As soon as Qingmin saw Zhang Liang's actions, she immediately said to Yu Xi: "Where is he forgetting, it is clear that he is taking advantage of the opportunity." Only you can endure it. ”

Hearing Qingmin make fun of herself, Yu Xi's face immediately turned red. "You can't bear it, then push him away."

was "counterattacked" by Yu Xi's blow, and Qing Min was suddenly speechless. Although she also wanted to push Zhang Liang away, her heart had already melted in an instant when she was hugged.

Zhang Liang did not have any restraint and shyness from beginning to end, and after hugging the second daughter, he said eagerly: "Xixi, Minmin, hurry!" Hurry up and get ready, we're leaving the Qin Palace. ”

Seeing Zhang Liang's very anxious appearance, Yu Xi asked curiously, "What's wrong?" Why are you in such a hurry? Where are you taking us? ”

"yes, where the hell are you taking us? Is it possible to go to Shuzhong? Harumin then asked.

Zhang Liang heard the questions of the two of them, as if he didn't know what was happening outside, and asked casually: "Don't you know that Xiang Yu has entered the customs?" ”

Qingmin and Yu Xi were stunned when they heard this, and then replied: "I don't know, when I saw Pei Gong return to the palace two days ago, we asked about your current situation, and he only said that you are still guarding Hangu Pass, and there is no big problem, let us not worry." ”

It was only at this time that Zhang Liang knew that Liu Bang had not told Qingmin and Yu Xi what had happened in order not to worry them. After learning the truth, Zhang Liang didn't have time to elaborate, but hurriedly took the two out of the Qin Palace together, and then arranged for them to get into the carriage.

After Liu Bang's army withdrew from Xianyang, he went straight to Bashang and set up camp. Only Xiao He and dozens of sergeants under his command were left in Xianyang City, responsible for guarding the treasury and waiting for the handover.

The day after Zhang Liang and others set up camp, Emperor Yi's army finally arrived outside Hangu Pass.

When Emperor Yi and Lu Chen revealed their identities, Yingbu, the general guarding the pass, hurriedly opened the gate of the pass. "The last general, Yingbu, meet Emperor Yi." As soon as Yingbu saw Emperor Yi, he bowed and saluted.

"General Ying, please, I don't know where General Xiang Yu and Military Fan Zeng are now?"

Hearing Emperor Yi's question, Yingbu replied casually: "The general and the military division are following His Majesty's will and garrisoning outside Xianyang City. and arrange for the end to be here to greet Your Majesty. At the same time, when the general heard that His Majesty was going to entertain the princes, he had already ordered someone to set up a camp tent in Hongmen and wait for the arrival of Emperor Yi! ”

Emperor Yi learned that Xiang Yu had really not been stationed in Xianyang, and had already made preparations in Hongmen, so he hurriedly ordered Lu Chen to send an order to the sergeant to rush to Xianyang as soon as possible. Before leaving, he instructed Yingbu: "General Ying, I have invited all the princes from all walks of life to come here to celebrate the destruction of the tyrannical Qin. If they come here, I hope you will let them go through the customs. Lead them to the Hung Gate. “

Yingbu accepted the order casually, and then asked Emperor Yi: "The last general dares to ask Your Majesty, if the princes bring soldiers when they come, how will we deal with it?" ”

Upon hearing Yingbu's question, Emperor Yi pretended to ponder, and after a while, he replied: "Since I invited them, it is natural to show sincerity, if they bring soldiers and horses, let them go together." With the army of generals here, I think it will be fine. ”

After receiving Emperor Yi's reply, Yingbu said no more. It's a pity that he didn't expect that this would allow the princes to bring troops into the customs, which had been discussed with Zhang Liang a long time ago.

After explaining to Yingbu, Emperor Yi rushed to Xianyang non-stop. When he was halfway there, he met Zhang Liang and Liu Bang who came to greet him.

Seeing the arrival of the two, Emperor Yi inquired: "General Liu, Zhang Situ, and Xiang Yu have set up camp in Hongmen, and I think they have made preparations. Do you have a way to deal with it? ”

Zhang Liang was not the slightest surprised that Xiang Yu arranged for someone to be stationed at Hongmen. "Your Majesty, with Fan Zeng's old scheming, how could he let go of the control of the Hongmen Land, I have already guessed that he will be like this. That's why I asked you to allow the princes to lead their troops into the customs. Its purpose is to balance Xiang Yu and make him fearful. Today, Pei Gong and I are here to implore Your Majesty not to enter Xianyang. “

Emperor Yi was stunned when he heard this, and asked Zhang Liang puzzled: "Zhang Situ, why can't I be stationed in Xianyang?" Are you afraid that Xiang Yu will attack the city? ”

Zhang Liang shook his head in denial, and then replied: "Your Majesty, Xiang Yu has not been able to turn his face for the time being. The reason why the subordinates advised you not to enter Xianyang is because Xianyang is not the Dragon Court, which is really a disaster. ”

After listening to Zhang Liang's words, Emperor Yi immediately asked, "Zhang Situ, why is Xianyang a disaster?" What did you find? ”

"Your Majesty, your troops are too small, and we are relying on Ji Bu's affairs to temporarily restrain Xiang Yu. Coupled with the fact that the princes from all walks of life came, Xiang Yu had some scruples. But if you are stationed in Xianyang, it means that you have to take control of Xianyang. This is completely stimulating him Xiang Yu, in case he is not angry, his mind is hot, and he takes risks again, then your situation will be dangerous. Even if he doesn't dare to make a move now, he will definitely hold a grudge against you, and it is difficult to guarantee that he will not be a killer in the future. Therefore, the subordinates are courageous, please move to the overlord, join forces with Pei Gong, and take care of each other. Then choose someone to go to Xiang Yu's camp and pretend to be accountable for Ji Bu. In this way, Xiang Yu and Fan Zeng will not dare to act rashly, and take solving Ji Bu's matter as the first task. “

Emperor Yi knew that once he went to Bashang, he undoubtedly chose to ally with Liu Bang. Although he was reluctant to take a stand, there was nothing else he could do at the moment.

After a while, Emperor Yi turned around and said, "Lu Situ, immediately adjust the troops and join forces to dominate the army." (To be continued.) )