Xiangyang, the state pastoral house.

After Liu Xiu, Huang Hu and Shamoke returned, they directly invited Yi Zhi, Kuai Liang and Pang Tong to the study.

Liu Xiu asked, "What did Liu Bei do?"

Pang Tong took over and said: "During the period when the lord was in Youyang County, Liu Bei frequently mobilized his troops, and there was a great tendency to go south. Just yesterday evening, we received news that Liu Bei had released a document on the crusade against the lord. ”

As he spoke, Pang Tong directly took out a piece of cloth and handed it to Liu Xiu's hand.

The article of the crusade is presented in Liu Xiu's eyes.

In the crusade document released by Liu Bei, it was said that Liu Xiu, as a concubine, could not inherit Jingzhou. At the same time, he also attributed Liu Biao's death to Liu Xiu, believing that it was caused by Liu Xiu.

In short, the charges that can be given to Liu Xiu'an are all given to Liu Xiu'an.

After Liu Xiu finished reading it, he sneered: "Liu Bei is really kind-hearted, but after waiting for him for so long, he finally waited for Liu Bei to send troops." This time, Liu Bei must be completely planted in this battle. ”

Pang Tong said: "It's a pity that the last 20,000 stone of grain was a waste, and it cost 20,000 stone of grain in vain. In the blink of an eye, Liu Bei was about to be killed. ”

"Report!"

Outside the study, there was a knock on the door.

Deng Zhan's voice sounded outside the hall, and said, "Lord, there is an urgent matter to report. ”

"Come in!"

Liu Xiu commanded, and Deng Zhan pushed the 'door' and entered.

After Deng Zhan entered the study, he reported: "Lord, Liu Bei swore in Xinye and personally led an army of 25,000 to Xiangyang. ”

"Twenty-five thousand!"

Liu Xiu's eyes showed a touch of "fine" light.

Unexpectedly, in a small Xinye, Liu Bei actually raised 25,000 soldiers.

Liu Xiu said: "Liu Bei will definitely leave some soldiers stationed on the expedition." In this way, a small Xinye allowed Liu Bei to feed nearly 30,000 soldiers, which is not simple. ”

Kuai Liang said in a deep voice: "Liu Bei is scheming and should not be underestimated. The lord, Liu Bei mobilized 25,000 soldiers to kill, and he thought that the first army should be sent north to support. At the same time, he believed that he could 'draw' a part of Zhao Yun's Third Army. When necessary, Huang Zhong's second army had to be 'pumped'. ”

Deng Zhan shook his head and said: "Kuai is engaged, and you can't 'draw' the second army. Because of Jiangdong, Zhou Yu organized an army of 30,000 to attack Changsha County. Now Huang Zhong's Third Army is also under tremendous pressure. ”

Speaking of Zhou Yu, Deng Zhan had a trace of worry in his eyes, and said: "This time, Liu Bei and Sun Quan sent troops at the same time, which means that they have been united. Now there is no war for the time being, only the Second Army under Zhao Yun. ”

After Liu Xiu listened, his expression was serious.

Liu Bei and Jiangdong's forces were united after all.

This battle was the first major battle that Liu Xiu faced since he took charge of Jingzhou. Even in Liu Xiu's view, this is a battle related to Jingzhou's future.

Defeating Liu Xiu and Sun Quan can completely establish Jingzhou's position and dominate the south.

If the army is defeated, Liu Xiu may lose Jingzhou and become a lost dog that everyone shouts and beats. So no matter what this battle is, Liu Xiu must win, and there can be no sloppiness.

Liu Xiudao: "The situation has not yet reached the point of collapse, and there is no need to 'draw' soldiers from the second and third armies for the time being. The day after tomorrow at the latest, there will be 8,000 barbarian soldiers arriving in Xiangyang. When the time comes, this will be the new force that will arrive at Liu Bei. He looked at Shamoke and said, "Shamoke, the great war is coming, can the eight thousand barbarians under your command meet the battle?"

Shamoke patted his chest and said, "My lord, Wuxi Erlang has never been afraid of war. ”

Liu Xiu nodded, with a smile in his eyes.

Kuai Liang had a surprised expression on his face, he didn't expect Liu Xiu to go to Wuxi Man and bring back eight thousand barbarian soldiers, which was incredible.

Eight thousand soldiers, plus the soldiers of Xiangyang itself, is already a force that is not weak.

The smile on Pang Tong's face was even worse, and he said slowly: "I was still worried about the troops, but now it seems that we are not short of troops. This time against Liu Bei's 25,000 army, he had a detailed plan. ”

As Liu Xiu's military advisor, Pang Tong has a keen eye.

When Liu Xiu went south, Pang Tong was studying how to defeat Liu Bei, because in Pang Tong's view, Liu Bei was humiliated by Liu Xiu, and even Zhuge Liang was repeatedly deflated, with Zhuge Liang's 'sexuality' personality, it was impossible to swallow this breath, and the two sides would have a battle sooner or later.

This battle is coming so soon.

The plan that Pang Tong had drawn up early on could be implemented.

Liu Xiu smiled and asked, "Shiyuan, will Ji An's out?"

Pang Tongzheng said: "After the eight thousand barbarians arrived in Xiangyang, please 'draw' five thousand 'elite' elites to stay in the city, and the remaining three thousand 'elite' elites will be arranged by me, and then ,...... In this way, we are more flexible. ”

"In addition, the First Army of Wenpin needs to send 3,000 soldiers to Xiangyang to support. ”

"After all, this battle requires the support of a large number of troops. ”

Pang Tong was confident and calm, and said: "Liu Bei led an army of 25,000 to kill, which seems to be fierce, but in fact, it is strong on the outside and dry in the middle, and the foundation is unstable. If he is slightly targeted, Liu Bei will definitely be defeated. ”

After listening to Pang Tong's plan, Liu Xiu said: "Shiyuan, if this plan is to be completed, there must be a person who can speak well, who is suitable?"

Pang Tong said: "Naturally, it is down!"

Liu Xiu laughed and said, "In this case, I will work hard for you." I will strictly follow your plan, and I look forward to the day when your plan succeeds. ”

"Yes!"

Pang Tong bowed and returned to his seat.

At this time, Deng Zhan said: "Lord, there is another matter, which is about Fu Xun and Liu Xian. ”

Liu Xiu asked, "What's wrong with them?"

Deng Zhan replied: "In the past few days, Liu Xian has often come to Fu Xun's mansion to discuss unknown matters. At the same time, a stranger often came and went in their house. ”

Liu Xiu heard the song and knew the meaning of the strings, and immediately understood, and said: "You mean, the two have been bought by Liu Bei and are planning to brew a rebellion." ”

"Yes, but no definite evidence has been found yet. ”

Deng Zhan nodded, his expression serious.

Because Liu Xiu gave an order, Jin Yiwei could investigate, but if he wanted to be arrested and interrogated, he had to be approved by Liu Xiu. If it weren't for this restriction, Deng Zhan would have already been arrested.

Yi Yuan's expression was cold, and he said: "Lord, at a critical time, I would rather catch a mistake than let it go." During the critical period, there can be no mistakes. Please arrest the two and control them first. ”

Kuai Liang also said: "One step is a mistake, and the whole game is lost." Although not certain for the time being, they are at least suspicious. Therefore, the humble post also agreed to take the two. ”

At this time, Deng Zhan's eyes were full of expectation.

"Knock! knock!"

There was a knock on the door, and once again there was a knock outside the room.

The voice of the 'attendant' came, and he reported: "My lord, Fu Xun asks to see you." ”

The corners of Liu Xiu's mouth hooked up a smile, but he didn't expect to say Fu Xun, and Fu Xun took the initiative to come. He looked at the people under his command, ordered everyone to wait in the study, and then said, "Please go to the hall, this official will come immediately." ”

Liu Xiu took Huang Hu and walked to the hall.

In the hall, Fu Xun saw Liu Xiu and bowed.

Liu Xiu's face was serious, and he asked, "Fu Xun, is there anything wrong?"

Fu Xun said: "My lord, I came this time to recommend talents for my lord. Liu Bei published a crusade against the lord, and the momentum came. The humble position was worried about the situation in Xiangyang, and it happened that the humble position met a virtuous man who said that there was a way to defeat Liu Bei without much effort. ”

"I wanted him to come to see the lord and state the strategy of breaking the enemy, but he refused to live or die, and said that if the lord was really sincere, he would naturally visit in person. ”

"For the time being, he lived in a lowly house. ”

"The humble consideration is that this person is indeed an extraordinary man of speech and outstanding in his strategy. It's a pity if you miss it, and the lord has always been thirsty for talent, and it's a pity if you miss it. ”

Fu Xun had an expression of consideration for Liu Xiu, and said, "Looking for the lord with a humble position, I hope that the lord will go in person." If he really had a plan to defeat Liu Bei, it would naturally be the best. Even if he doesn't, he is still a talent, and the lord can take it for his own use. ”

Liu Xiu's eyes narrowed, with a scrutinizing expression.

A cold light flashed in his eyes.

Fu Xun's eyes were slightly erratic, and he didn't dare to meet Liu Xiu's gaze.

Liu Xiu shook his head in his heart, if he didn't know the news Deng Zhan said, he wouldn't doubt Fu Xun in his heart. But now it is simply three hundred taels of silver here, especially Fu Xun's erratic eyes, which have revealed a lot of news.