Shuhan

At the northern foot of Mang Mountain, the terrain is flat and vast. In the vastness, the Han army camp stands like a towering castle.

All around the camp, flags were flying and rustling, as if whispering the bravery and determination of the soldiers.

The camp stretched for dozens of miles. At a glance, the tents were densely packed together, like endless clouds, majestic and spectacular.

In this sea of ​​tents, the central and largest main tent is particularly eye-catching.

The main tent towers into the clouds. The fabric of the tent is thick and tough, and it is embroidered with golden dragon patterns, which makes it shine brightly.

On both sides of the tent door, the heavily guarded soldiers in bright armor stood as tall as pine trees, holding spears in their hands, with sharp eyes and solemn expressions, as if no movement could escape their eyes.

At this time, the Han emperor Liu Chan was wearing imperial robes and sitting on the dragon throne.

He was dressed in a bright yellow brocade robe embroidered with a five-clawed golden dragon, shining with golden light, demonstrating the majesty and dignity of the emperor.

The dragon throne was carved with dragons and phoenixes with exquisite craftsmanship. Liu Chan looked solemn and majestic when he sat on it.

Although his face is not handsome, he has a kind of awe-inspiring temperament, and his brows reveal a hint of calmness and determination.

At this moment, he placed his hands lightly on the armrests of the dragon throne, playing with a string of prayer beads between his fingers, appearing calm and unhurried.

Below him stood a group of civil and military officials, all of them looking solemn and respectful.

Crown Prince Liu Si stood at the front. Although he was young, he had a calm temperament and his brows were somewhat similar to Liu Chan.

He was wearing a prince's robe, which was embroidered with intricate patterns, highlighting his noble status.

At this moment, he was lowering his head slightly, listening to his father's instructions, his eyes revealing firmness and determination.

Prime Minister Zhuge Liang was wearing a plain robe and holding a feather fan, standing next to Liu Si.

He has a gaunt face and deep eyes, as if he can see through all the mysteries of the world.

The feather fan waved gently, bringing up breezes that ruffled his gray beard.

There was a faint smile on his face, which showed the confidence that he had everything planned out and was in control.

The Nine Ministers Fei Yi, Dong Yun and others were also among them.

Fei Yi was a man of sturdy stature and resolute face. He was wearing official uniform and a jade belt around his waist, looking very majestic.

At this moment, he was listening carefully to the battle reports from the front with his ears perked up, his eyes flashing with excitement and anticipation.

Dong Yunze was thin and had a handsome face. He held a tablet in his hand with a focused expression, as if he was afraid of missing any details.

Suddenly, there were bursts of hurried horse hoof sounds coming from the front, and a messenger wearing armor and holding a command flag came galloping in.

He ran all the way to the main tent of the central army, dismounted, knelt on one knee, and shouted loudly: "Report!"

Everyone in the tent looked sideways with serious expressions upon hearing the voice. Liu Chan also raised his head slightly, looking at the messenger with a sharp gaze.

The messenger felt the emperor's gaze and was startled. He hurriedly reported loudly: "Your Majesty, the battle report from the front has come. The Han army not only burned Taicang and Changmang Warehouse, but also caused huge casualties to the Wei garrison in Luoyang!"

As soon as these words were spoken, there was an uproar in the tent.

The ministers were talking to each other. When Liu Chan heard this, a hint of joy flashed in his eyes, but he immediately regained his composure.

He knew very well that things in war were changing rapidly and should not be taken lightly.

The messenger continued, "The key is that Zhong Hui, Cui Lin, and Xun Yi defected to the Han Dynasty, causing the morale of the Wei army to plummet and the people to be in turmoil."

As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere in the tent became lively again.

Zhong Hui, Cui Lin and Xun Yi were all important officials of the Wei State. Their surrender to the Han Dynasty was undoubtedly a heavy blow to the Wei army.

When Liu Chan heard this, he was overjoyed.

The surrender of these three people to the Han not only weakened the strength of the Wei army, but also put tremendous psychological pressure on the Wei army.

He nodded slightly, with approval in his eyes.

At this moment, he seemed to have seen the dawn of victory and his heart was full of anticipation.

When the ministers in the tent heard the battle report, they all came forward to congratulate.

Some of the ministers shouted loudly: "Your Majesty is wise, and the Han army is mighty!"

Some of the ministers bowed and said respectfully: "Congratulations, Your Majesty! Congratulations, Your Majesty!"

For a moment, the tent was filled with thunderous cheers and the atmosphere was extremely warm.

Liu Chan had a smile on his face, obviously in a good mood.

He looked at his ministers, his heart filled with gratitude and relief.

All these victories are inseparable from the concerted efforts and heroic fighting of all the ministers.

He raised his hand slightly, signaling the ministers to be quiet.

Upon seeing this, all the ministers stopped talking and the tent suddenly became quiet.

Liu Chan said slowly: "My dear ministers, although we have won this battle, we must not be proud and complacent. Luoyang is an important city of Wei State, with a large number of defenders and strong city walls, which are not easy to break. We still need to act cautiously to ensure that nothing goes wrong."

Upon hearing this, all the ministers nodded in agreement.

Matters of war do not allow for the slightest carelessness or negligence.

They all expressed that they would follow His Majesty's orders and continue to fight hard until Luoyang was captured.

Zhuge Liang also stepped forward, cupped his hands and said, "Your Majesty is right. I think we can take advantage of the low morale of the Wei army and step up the siege. At the same time, we can also send envoys to various places to recruit surrenders and rebels to strengthen our army."

Liu Chan nodded in approval and said, "Prime Minister, you are right. I have made up my mind. We will continue the siege tomorrow."

Upon hearing this, all the ministers bowed and shouted loudly: "As ordered!"

This was a critical moment, and there was no room for slackness. At this moment, Fei Yi's eyes flashed with wisdom, and he took a steady step forward.

He straightened his clothes gently, then bowed and said in a steady and powerful voice: "Your Majesty, the surrender of Zhong Hui, Cui Lin and Xun Yi to Han is a godsend. These three are important officials of Wei State. Their surrender is undoubtedly a great boost to the morale of our army and a heavy blow to the government and the people of Wei State. In order to show your majesty's magnanimity and inspire the people who will follow, it is necessary to reward them greatly, so that it can play a role in recruiting more people to surrender in the future!"

As Fei Yi finished speaking, the central army tent fell into silence.

The flickering candlelight reflected on everyone's solemn faces, as if even the air had frozen for a moment.

Liu Chan, the emperor of the Han Dynasty, sat upright on the dragon throne, wearing a bright yellow brocade robe embroidered with a five-clawed golden dragon, shining with golden light, majestic and noble.

Hearing this, a smile appeared on his lips, which showed both approval of Fei Yi's suggestion and confidence in the future situation.

Liu Chan laughed loudly, his voice was so clear and resonant that it seemed to penetrate the sky. "You are right, Fei Qing. These people are willing to put order out of chaos and join the light. It is a great blessing for the world. Why should I hesitate to reward them so much? For Zhong Hui, Cui Lin, and Xun Yi, I have decided to reward them with the highest standard for those who surrender. They not only brought me victory, but also brought me the internal information of Wei and the will of the people. How can I not treat such meritorious officials well?"

Having said this, Liu Chan paused slightly and swept his eyes over the ministers in the tent. His eyes were full of firmness and determination.

He continued, "All three of them will be promoted to Shizhong and enjoy the honor of the court. Yingchuan Zhong, Yingchuan Xun, and Qinghe Cui are all aristocratic families. Their surrender is not only an increase in military strength for me, but also the support of the gentry. Therefore, I have decided that each of the three families can send three sons to the Military Academy to learn military tactics and martial arts in preparation for serving the country in the future. The rest of the gold, silver, and land rewards will be given according to the regulations, and not a penny should be spared."

As soon as Liu Chan finished speaking, voices of agreement were heard in the tent.

All the ministers nodded in agreement, their eyes shining with admiration for the emperor's wise decision.

Fei Yi was even more delighted, for he knew very well that the emperor's decision was not only a great favor to the surrenderers, but also a signal to the scholars of the world that the emperor of the Han Dynasty was broad-minded and eager to seek talented people.

Fei Yi immediately stepped forward and bowed, his voice full of excitement and admiration: "Your Majesty is wise! This reward not only demonstrates your majesty's magnanimity, but also inspires those who come after you. I believe that under your majesty's wise leadership, the Han Dynasty will prosper and unify the world in the near future!"

Upon hearing this, Liu Chan smiled slightly. That smile showed both his satisfaction with Fei Yi's flattery and his longing for future achievements.

He raised his hand slightly, signaling Fei Yi to leave, and then glanced at the ministers in the tent again, and said slowly: "I want to personally meet Zhong Hui, Cui Lin, and Xun Yi. They are not only important ministers of Wei, but also my future loyal ministers. I want them to feel my sincerity and determination, and let them know that choosing to surrender to Han is the best decision of their lives."

At this point, a hint of determination flashed in Liu Chan's eyes.

This war is not only a contest of military strength, but also a battle for people's hearts and minds.

Only by winning the hearts of the people can you win the world.

The surrender of Zhong Hui, Cui Lin and Xun Yi was the key step for him to win the hearts of the people.

Upon hearing this, all the ministers nodded in agreement.

The emperor's decision was undoubtedly the greatest respect and encouragement to those who surrendered.

. . .

The next day, at dawn, a faint pale light appeared on the horizon.

Outside the main tent of the central army, the breeze was blowing gently and the camp flags were fluttering, as if they were also looking forward to the important meeting that was about to take place.

Zhong Hui, Cui Lin and Xun Yi were dressed in elegant Confucian robes embroidered with delicate patterns, highlighting their status.

Their faces were excited and slightly nervous, and their eyes were flashing with longing and anxiety for the future.

Led by the eunuchs, they walked with steady steps and soon entered the main tent of the central army.

Inside the main tent of the central army, candles were lit brightly, illuminating the entire space.

The interior of the tent was simply yet solemnly decorated. In the center was a large desk, on which were spread exquisite study items and several yellowed military books.

Apart from the eunuchs and palace maids serving the emperor, there was no one else in the tent. A solemn and peaceful atmosphere permeated the entire tent.

As soon as Zhong Hui, Cui Lin and Xun Yi entered the tent, they knelt down in unison, demonstrating their respect and humility as subjects.

Their voices were loud and firm, echoing throughout the tent: "Your Majesty, I, Zhong Hui (Cui Lin and Xun Yi), pay my respects to you. May your Majesty live forever!"

Liu Chan sat upright on the dragon throne, wearing a bright yellow brocade robe embroidered with a five-clawed golden dragon. The robe was shining with golden light, majestic and noble.

He laughed heartily, his voice was bright and friendly, as if he could instantly dispel the tension and anxiety in people's hearts: "My dear ministers, please stand up. You have restored order and abandoned darkness to join the light. You have made great contributions. Please take a seat!"

Upon hearing this, the eunuchs and palace maids immediately took action.

They were agile and skillful, and arranged seats for Zhong Hui, Cui Lin and Xun Yi respectively.

After the three of them sat down, they looked a little more relaxed, but the caution and awe in their eyes remained unchanged.

Liu Chan looked at them with a smile, his eyes full of admiration and expectation.

He spoke slowly, his voice gentle but firm: "I am very pleased that you are willing to give up the dark and join the light. I will not be stingy with rewards. If you can make other contributions, I will reward you even more. You just came out of Luoyang, how is the situation in Luoyang City? I want to hear your detailed report."

Zhong Hui immediately stepped forward upon hearing this. His voice was clear and powerful, as if he could describe every blade of grass and every tree in Luoyang vividly: "Your Majesty, the situation in Luoyang is now turbulent. The Cao Wei regime is corrupt and the people are living in misery. I am deeply distressed by it. This time, I surrender to the Han Dynasty in compliance with the will of heaven and for the people. Although some stubborn forces in Luoyang still hold on to Cao Wei, most of the people have lost confidence in Cao Wei and are eager for the unification of the Han Dynasty."

Cui Lin continued what Zhong Hui said and added: "Your Majesty, the defense of Luoyang City is now inadequate. Cao Wei's troops are scattered all over the place and it is difficult to concentrate their forces to resist the Han offensive. In addition, the city's food reserves are insufficient, the soldiers' morale is low, and the people's hearts are scattered. I believe that as long as the Han army strikes, Luoyang City will be within reach."

Xun Yi was not to be outdone. He stood up, clasped his hands, and spoke in a voice full of longing for the future of the Han Dynasty: "Your Majesty, many of the nobles in Luoyang City have now expressed their inclination towards the Han Dynasty. They know very well that only the unification of the Han Dynasty can bring true peace and prosperity. I am willing to do my best to persuade more nobles to surrender to the Han Dynasty and contribute my own strength to the great cause of the unification of the Han Dynasty."

After listening to the reports from the three people, a hint of satisfaction flashed in Liu Chan's eyes.

He nodded slightly and praised: "You have a huge influence in Wei. Your surrender to Han is undoubtedly a heavy blow to the Cao Wei regime. If you can persuade others to surrender to Han, this contribution will definitely be great. I believe that with your talent and prestige, you will be able to convince more people and nobles to surrender to Han."

Zhong Hui, Cui Lin and Xun Yi were extremely excited when they heard this.

The emperor's trust and appreciation are the greatest encouragement and support to them.

They all stood up, clasped their hands and bowed, their voices filled with determination and resolve: "Your Majesty, rest assured, we will live up to our mission and do our utmost to restore the Han Dynasty and repay your majesty for your kindness!"

As Liu Chan conspired with these three people, the smile on his face became even brighter.

This time he spent a huge sum of gold to buy horse bones. With the examples of Zhong Hui, Cui Lin and Xun Yi, what are you still guarding in Luoyang?
As long as you surrender to the Han, you will have wealth and glory.
If you don't surrender to Han
The only outcome is death and annihilation of the clan.

曹魏
You, the usurper of the Han Dynasty, should be swept into the dustbin of history.

This world belongs to my Liu family, to my Han Dynasty! (End of this chapter)