A fast horse flew into Luoyang and ran straight to the General's Mansion.

Just as Zhang Lang was discussing with everyone in the hall, the guard came to report: "The messenger of Zhuge Military Division has arrived. Zhang Lang was overjoyed and hurriedly asked the guards to bring people in. The guard took the order and ran down, and a moment later, led a dusty officer into the lobby. The officer bowed and said, "Meet the general!" ”

"No need to be polite, what information does Kong Ming have, when will they be able to arrive in Luoyang?"

The officer took out a letter from his bosom and held it up with both hands, "This is a letter from the military advisor." ”

Huang Yueying stepped forward to take it and forwarded it to Zhang Lang.

Zhang Lang took the letter, opened the envelope, took out the stationery, shook it open, and looked at it. Frowning, he said to Huang Yueying: "Kong Ming didn't lead the army over, but he broke the defense line of Xuanyuan Mountain and entered Xuchang City!" He handed the letter to Huang Yueying. Huang Yueying took a closer look and said with a smile: "Mr. Kong Ming's trick to surround Wei and save Zhao is really wonderful!" ”

Zhang Lang said worriedly: "The means are clever, I'm afraid that Cao Cao won't be fooled!" ”

Huang Yueying smiled and said, "Big brother, don't worry, I expect Cao Cao to definitely retire!" For Cao Cao, if he continues to attack Luoyang, the risk is too great, if he can't break through Luoyang and Xuchang loses, the loss for Cao Cao will be immeasurable, so I say that Cao Cao will definitely retreat! ”

As soon as the words fell, the scout officer hurriedly rushed in to report: "General Qiqi, the Cao army has retreated!" ”

Zhang Lang glanced at Huang Yueying in surprise, and Huang Yueying smiled.

Zhang Lang hurriedly left the General's Mansion and rushed to the east city wall, followed by everyone.

Ascending the city wall, looking into the distance, I saw that Cao Jun was retreating from the camp, and people were shouting and neighing, a busy scene. Cao Cao's handsome banner stood on the hillside next to the camp, and there were dozens of horsemen standing under the handsome flag, which was too far away to see really, but Cao Cao should also be there, he seemed to be looking at the Luoyang city here, maybe he was very unwilling, after paying so much price.

Zhang Lang turned his head and ordered: "Order all troops, increase vigilance, all sergeants are on standby, and without my order, you must not attack without authorization!" The generals clenched their fists and promised, and went down one after another to give the order.

Huang Yueying frowned and said: "This battle should be over, and our army has suffered heavy losses during this period of time!" ”

Zhang Lang nodded. Suddenly remembered something, "By the way, how is the situation on the state side?" Any news? ”

Huang Yueying smiled slightly, "Big brother, don't worry, Chen Gong is doing very well in Bingzhou, and Cao Jun and Karasuma people don't take much advantage." As soon as the main force of the Cao army retreats here, I believe that the Cao army and the Karasuma people over there will also retreat! ”

Zhang Lang was relieved.

Huang Yueying pondered: "In this round of war, all three parties have suffered heavy losses, and I believe there will be a period of peace." I think Sun Jian may rely more closely on Cao Cao to fight us and retake Xiangyang! We need to be ready! Zhang Lang nodded, feeling a lot of pressure, but also very excited.

Eyes turned to Xiangyang.

Since Xiangyang was occupied by Lü Bu's army, Zhang Liao actively arranged the defense of the Xiangyang area, and at the same time severely cracked down on the bandit forces operating around Xiangyang, most of these bandits were once the army of Sun Jianjun or Liu Biaojun, after these two armies were defeated one after another, many stragglers took refuge in the mountains and forests to live a life of bandits. In fact, this situation is not only here in Xiangyang, Luoyang, Bingzhou, Xichuan, and Xiliang are all more or less stored zài, and there are also many on the territory of Sun Jian and Cao Cao. These bandits are entrenched in the sphere of influence of the three princes, and they are a threat to the three princes.

Zhang Liao arranged a large number of beacon towers along the river, and built forts at several key points along the river, and each fortress was defended by infantry troops ranging from 1,000 to 3,000 people.

Inside the city, Zhang Liao took loose measures on the outside and tightened on the inside, ostensibly not taking any action to purge the remnants of Sun Jian, but secretly he had extensive contact with officials on the side of Liu Biao on the side of Sun Jian, either bribing them or persuading them, to screen and monitor the noble class and influential enemy figures.

Xiangyang has regained its peace, and the people are living as before, and Xiangyang seems to have regained its pre-war prosperity.

Qiao's compound.

The beautiful sisters sat in the embroidery pavilion, chatting against the railing, and the pink gauze tent hung on the embroidery pavilion, fluttering gently in the breeze, fragrant. Da Qiao sat on the left side, wearing a white tunic dress, her hair draped behind her head like a waterfall, and her temperament was dignified and beautiful; Xiao Qiao sat on the right side, also wearing a white tunic dress, unlike Big Joe, her skirt was dotted with a few elegant orchids, Xiao Qiao's hair was tied in a bun on her head, and a pendant was poked out to hang to the side, and her temperament was much more lively than that of Da Qiao.

"Sister, when do you say Brother Zhou Yu will be able to fight back?" Xiao Qiao asked with a wistful expression.

Da Qiao frowned and shook his head, "I don't know." I think at least after Cao Cao captures Luoyang! Although I don't know much about military affairs, I know that Brother Sun and they have suffered heavy losses, and if there is no good opportunity, it will be difficult to counterattack back! ”

Xiao Qiao said: "I heard that Cao Cao dispatched a million troops to attack Luoyang!" Lu Bu will definitely be defeated! ”

Big Joe nodded.

At this moment, a little maid rushed up in a hurry, "Eldest Miss, Second Miss, the master asked you to go to the study, I have something to tell you." ”

Xiao Qiao said excitedly: "Could it be that Lu Bu was defeated?!" "Quickly stood up and walked downstairs. Big Joe followed.

The eldest and youngest Qiao walked into the study quickly with broken steps, and saw that his father and Erniang were there. Xiao Qiao couldn't wait to ask: "Father, is Luoyang occupied by Cao Cao, and Brother Zhou Yu is coming back?" ”

Old Man Qiao glanced at his two daughters and motioned for them to sit down. Er Qiao walked to the two desks on the right and knelt down. Old Man Qiao glanced at them, "I just got the news from the north that Cao Cao failed to capture Luoyang and has already retreated!" ”

Er Qiao was incredulous, and Xiao Qiao couldn't help but exclaim, "How is this possible? Didn't Cao Cao have an army of millions? ”

Old Man Qiao said with emotion: "The general is brave and brave in the world, and the soldiers under his command are all tigers and wolves, and Cao Cao can't beat them!" ”

Da Qiao asked in disbelief: "No matter what, Cao Cao's million-strong army can't deal with Lu Bu's five or six hundred thousand troops, right?" ”

Old Man Qiao said: "In my opinion, the two sides are evenly matched, but Zhuge Liang led an army of 300,000 to suddenly break through Xuanyuan Mountain and advance to Xuchang, forcing Cao Cao to retreat!" ”

The second and second Joe exchanged a shocked look, and Xiao Qiao asked unwillingly, "Is the war over?" ”

Old Man Qiao nodded, "It's over." At least for the time being. All three parties have suffered a lot of losses, and they need time to recuperate. Then he thought, "Lu Bu is even better than I expected!" I'll have to think about the future of our family! ”