Chapter 33: Wei asks for help



Purple Pavilion is in the autumn harvest season. The counties of Henan have begun to harvest one after another. The people are busy. Some well-built women also go out of the house. Working in the fields.

This year's harvest was good. Wei Di Da'an. The people were immersed in joy. And in the palace of the King of Wei. At this time. The crowd sat together. Discussing whether to go to war with the Qin army.

Chen Ping at this time. It was in favor of the Wei army going south. Especially after the Qin army stationed soldiers Chen Liu. There is news that says. The purpose of Zhang Han. It's the march to Weidi. I want to destroy Wei first. Hou Vachu.

Of course. Whether this news can be trusted. Not sure yet. When Chen Ping put forward his opinion. There was a disagreement. Zhou Shi hesitated. Wei Bao thinks. Chen Ping's words are a bit alarmist. Mo said whether the Qin army had any plans to march into Wei. Only the strength of the Great Chu State in Xue County. There are more than 100,000 of them Isn't the Qin army afraid of the Chu army?

Wei Bao's idea is also very reasonable. It won the approval of some people. At this time. Whether to go south against the Qin army. It is especially important. It is also the focus of heated discussions. There was a brief silence. Chen Ping looked at Wei Qi. He arched his hand and said, "King. Since ancient times, there has been no preemptiveness. You can only be controlled by others. I think. The king can unite with the Chu army. Qi Jun. Zhao Jun and other soldiers. Heli anti-Qin. ZHANG Han Kepo. Don't miss the opportunity. Don't hesitate. Otherwise, once the Qin army is pressed. All ideas will come to naught."

Chen Ping's voice just fell. Wei Bao sneered beside him. Mocking: "Now Wei Di Chu'an. The soldiers are well fed. The people live in stability. Once a large-scale war is launched. The prosperity and development of the Wei State in the past few years will fall short."

Talking. Wei Bao looked at Wei Qi. Hurriedly said: "Second brother. Think twice."

Everyone is hesitating. But Wei blames it. I must not hesitate. In this matter. Wei Ji thinks. Chen Ping's opinion is very useful. If you can't send troops in advance. Strangled the Qin army in Dangjun. Once the Qin soldiers pressed the realm. Wei Di. Can you withstand the powerful attack of the Qin army?

Moreover. Once the war started in Weidi. It will bring great losses to the Wei State. Rather than so. It's better to march to Dangjun. Relatively secure. Come to think of this. Wei Ji's expectant gaze fell on Zhou Shi. He's going to see. Zhou Shi in this matter. What kind of attitude is it.

At this time. Zhou Shi has woken up from his contemplation. He stared at everyone in silence. I don't know how long it has passed. Zhou Shi coughed dryly. Bow your hand to Wei Qi. As a sign of respect. Only then did he smile dryly: "Now. . . The land of Shandong. The Chu army is the strongest. Why don't you leave a letter to the king? Invite Wu Xinjun Xiang Liang to come to the alliance. Discuss progress and retreat together. How."

Zhou Shiyi spoke. Everyone hears it. Zhou Shi favors Chen Ping's opinion. Before the Qin army made any moves. Entering the army Chen Liu. At this time. Wei Ji saw that Zhou City also advocated sending troops. The thought in his heart was even stronger. I couldn't help laughing and said, "The widow must be willing. ...... now"

Wei Ji didn't finish his words. Immediately interrupted by the guards who rushed in anxiously outside the door. I saw that the guards were a little anxious. Hurried to the center of the main hall. He arched his hand and said, "King. Emergency Military Intelligence. The Qin army pressed the border. has gone straight to Puyang. 100,000 urgent. General Pang was defeated in the first battle. Please ask the king to follow up with reinforcements at once. Otherwise. Puyang is in danger."

This sudden military report. Surprise everyone. Qin Jun is so fast. Did they go to war against Wei? Seemingly. The rumors are true. The state of Wei is on the cusp at the moment. Zhou Shi saw that the situation was critical. Immediately bowed his hand to Wei Ji and said, "Great King. The minister immediately commanded the troops to fight. Resistance to the Qin army. But I am afraid that the Qin army is strong. It's hard to beat. Please also ask the king to take a quick leave of absence. Ask for help from the State of Qi and the State of Chu."

Zhou's plea. Wei Zhi nodded in agreement. Side. A neighbor brought pen and ink and bamboo slips. Wei Qi hurriedly wrote two letters. Stamped with a seal. Called Chen Ping and said, "It's urgent. The widow sent three hundred soldiers to escort you to Qi Chu immediately. Ask for help for the widow."

Chen Ping took the letter with both hands. He arched his hand and said: "The last general will not fail in his mission. Please rest assured, the king."

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It's like a farce. Wei was still chattering about whether to send troops to Chen Liu. Fighting// When the Qin army was defeated. Zhang Han has already gone north first. He has a clear goal. Straight to Puyang. I want to capture the thief and capture the king. Just one fight. You can defeat the Wei State.

At this time. Zhou City led 60,000 elite soldiers. Li Yan is the adjutant general. Wei Bao Jianjun. Hurriedly leave Puyang. Heading west. Attempt to stop the Qin army.

Everybody knows that. The Qin army numbered 400,000. And battle-hardened. It's an extremely difficult team to deal with. I want to defeat them. It's harder than climbing to the sky. But the peril of the kingdom is imminent. The Wei army also did not care whether it could withstand the attack of the Qin army. They wear armor and armor. Leave your family in a hurry. Embarked on a journey to the west. But this battle. No one ever thought about it. They never returned......

When the Wei army arrived at Changyuan. A bad news came. General Pang was killed in battle. Nearly 30,000 Wei troops were besieged by the Qin army. In the end, most of them died. The rest of the people, etc. Begging to surrender.

Some of the soldiers and horses also took advantage of the chaos to escape. Zhou City went west along the way. More than 1,000 people were gathered. Although General Pang's defeat was . How much has a serious blow to morale. But Zhou Shi knew it in his heart. This battle. Non-refundable. Once returned. The Qin army went straight to Puyang. Wei State is in danger.

Another half-day journey. The two armies met near Imji County. The mountains are full of Qin soldiers. The Wei army hurriedly lined up. Shoot the foot. Resist the swarming Qin army hundreds of paces away.

At this time. The roaring drums beat slowly. Nearly 50,000 Qin soldiers were waiting in formation. Neither side led the advanced troops. That's it. The two armies are at a stalemate with each other.

Under the banner of the door. Zhou Shi quietly stared at the Qin army in front of him. Many have been cavalry. Crossbowmen and spearmen are the mainstay. They are tightly formed. Extremely hard to shake. But at this time. The two sides have been at a stalemate for more than an hour. The Qin army has not moved at all. Zhou Shi vaguely guessed. The Qin army seems to be waiting for the main force to arrive. They are highly likely. I want to encircle myself.

A bad thought appeared in Zhou Shi's mind. If you wait any longer. The Qin army will gather more troops. Just when Zhou City was about to kill the Qin army first. At the time of making a decision. A messenger galloped forward. Come near. Arch said: "Report. Prime Minister. The 30,000 reinforcements of the Qi army have already advanced westward. It is less than a hundred miles away from our army. The king of my family personally commands the army. I'm here to report it."

The messenger was wearing the uniform of the Qi army. At this time. Mayor Zhou vented gas. Reinforcements from Qi are coming. The Chu army is far away from here. It shouldn't be too far away. A battle with the Qin army. It looks like it's going to start in the Wei realm. But the Qi army seems to be coming a little fast. According to the inference of the weekly market. Chen Ping should arrive in Qidu in a few days. Come to think of it. Zhou Shi couldn't help asking: "When did the king of your family send troops. Have you ever seen General Chen Ping?"

The messenger was a little surprised. replied: "We were half a month ago. The army has already been dispatched. Chen Ping, what the Prime Minister said. We haven't seen it."

Zhou Shi calculated it in his heart. I'm afraid that Chen Ping and Qi Wang Tian Dan are not taking the same road. At this time. Zhou Shichao sent a letter to the soldier nodded slightly. smiled: "Please let me know. I'll go back to the army. Join your king."

The messenger sang the promise. Le turned his horse's head and left. Then. Zhou Shi looked at Li Yan on the side. Order: "Order. The post-army becomes the former army. Fifty miles back."

The drums of the Wei army gradually faded away. The mighty team retreated in an orderly manner. The Qin army also did not pursue the Wei army. They set up camp in a clearing. The camp stretches for dozens of miles. Night. Zhang Han's main force arrived at the Qin army camp.

After the Wei army retreated fifty miles. Also began to camp . Busy from afternoon to night. Torches were planted in the Wei camp. Bands of soldiers patrol back and forth. Soon. The main force of the 30,000 Qi army is mighty. Come to Wei Ying. After the briefing. The Qi army was stationed nearby. Zhou Shi personally came out to greet Tian Dan. The two of them were polite. Let's go to the tent together.

Brew a few cups of hot tea. Send it to the handsome tent. One drink in front of each person. Then. Zhou Shi said with a smile: "There is no good tea in the army. Please forgive me."

Tian Dan traveled all the way. I'm really thirsty. At this point he picked up his teacup. Take a sip. Laughing, "It's okay."

Took a few sips of tea. Tian Dan felt warm in his stomach. Only then did he smile and said, "I have heard that the Qin army has entered. There is an attempt to march into Weidi. I'm afraid that Wei will be difficult to resist for a while. Therefore. Half a month ago, I sent my troops westward. Prevent the Qin army from attacking Wei by surprise."

After speaking. Tian Dan took a few more sips of tea. sighed: "The lips are dead and the teeth are cold. If the state of Wei is dead. I'm afraid that the Qi Kingdom will not escape its doom."

Tian Dan's words. That's exactly what Zhou Shi wanted to say. At this point, the two looked at each other. They all smiled knowingly. After the laughter. Tian Dan asked softly, "The Qin army is strong and strong. How is General Zhou prepared to respond."

Ponder for a moment. Zhou Shi's right hand knocked on the table with all his might. Hate said: "We might as well meet Qin Jun tomorrow. Again."

"Good. It's a deal." Tian Dan echoed. Then. The two of them each picked up their teacups. Tea sipping quietly. All fell into endless contemplation.

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Early morning. The Wei camp and the Qi camp beat the war drums at the same time. The barracks began to be inspected by officers. Some soldiers who got up in a hurry hurriedly put on their uniforms. Pick up your weapons. Run out of the barracks. Run to the open space in the camp.

The man was already in the third watch. Get up and cook. At this time. Hot meals were distributed to every soldier. Eat a full meal. It's time to go on the expedition.

Soon. Zhou Shi and Wei Bao inspect the barracks together. Look at the soldiers eating fragrantly. Zhou Shi couldn't help but laugh heartily. Stand on a platform. Zhou Shi shouted to the crowd: "Soldiers. The Qin army invaded my border. Disturb my borders. This battle. We will defend Puyang to the death. Guarding our people. Guarding our family. Don't be afraid of the Qin army. Don't be afraid of death. I believe. Each and every one of you is the bravest. The best."

Words of Zhou City. It drew a cheer from the crowd. A lot of people get up. Shouting 'mighty'.

About an hour later. The Wei army slowly drove out of the camp. Rendezvous with the Qi army. Two soldiers and horses are mighty. Drive to the camp of the Qin army. A big war. It's about to kick off.

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