Three Kingdoms: Wolong's brother-in-law, tricking Liu Bei into seizing Jingzhou

"As expected, Meng Huo still has some abilities."

Xiao Fang sneered, as if he knew the situation of the Rattan Armor Army very well.

Liu Bei hurriedly asked: "Jinglue, could it be that you are the leader of the rattan armor army?"

Xiao Fang nodded slightly and said seriously:

"Your Majesty, the reason this army was able to defeat Zhang Wenyuan is because their rattan armor is indestructible and impenetrable to arrows!"

The arrows don't penetrate!

When the generals on both sides heard this, they were immediately in an uproar.

Even the most sophisticated armor cannot be claimed to be impervious to arrows.

How could a mere armor made of rattan have such magical effects?
The generals shook their heads in disbelief.

Liu Bei was also full of doubts. He frowned and asked:

"Jinglue, how can this armor made of rattan branches be impervious to arrows?
Please tell me in detail."

Xiao Fang cleared his throat and said slowly:

"In the dense forest south of Zhucheng, there is a barbarian leader named Wutugu.

He was in charge of a small group of soldiers and could only make armor out of rattan branches.

This armor needs to be soaked in oil first, and then treated several times, so that it will be impervious to arrows."

"It was with the help of this armor made of rattan branches that the enemy was able to defeat Zhang Wenyuan."

Xiao Fang revealed the characteristics of the Rattan Armor Army and even its production secrets.

After hearing this, all the generals could not help but be shocked.

On the one hand, they were shocked at Xiao Fang's in-depth understanding of the barbarians, and on the other hand, they felt that the production process of the rattan armor was too mysterious.

Everyone couldn't believe it. Just soaking in oil could make armor and arrows impervious to penetration?
Is there really such a powerful armor in this world?
The generals all questioned, their eyes still full of disbelief.

Liu Bei was also full of doubts, but soon his doubts gradually dissipated.

Xiao Fang is a man of great foresight and all the affairs of the world are under his control.

Xiao Fang said that arrows could not penetrate this armor, so he must be right.

When has Xiao Fang ever missed it?

"I believe it!"

Liu Bei said with a firm attitude:
"Jinglue said that this armor cannot be penetrated by arrows. How can I not believe it?"

The emperor has already expressed his position, and although the generals still have doubts in their hearts, they dare not question it out loud.

The atmosphere in the tent was as heavy as frost.

Pang Tong stroked his long beard, his brows full of worry, and sighed:

"This armor is so strong that it is difficult for an arrow to penetrate it. How can we break it?"

As soon as these words were spoken, all the generals in the tent looked gloomy and frowned, as if a heavy burden was pressing on their hearts.

Liu Bei turned his gaze towards Xiao Fang and asked in a deep voice:

"Jinglue, in your opinion, how should I respond?"

Xiao Fang sneered, but still bowed to Liu Bei and said slowly:

“Although this army is brave, it is not invincible.

I dare to ask Your Majesty to issue an order that the entire army withdraw to the north immediately."

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

The army has cut through all obstacles along the way and has penetrated deep into the heart of Nanzhong, only a stone's throw away from Zhucheng.

The great task of pacifying Nanzhong is just around the corner.

If we give up now, won’t all our efforts be wasted?
Liu Bei's heart was also in turmoil. He was full of doubts and was about to ask a question, but he swallowed his words back.

Xiao Fang is resourceful and there must be a reason behind his suggestion at this moment.

You just need to listen quietly, why ask so many questions?

So, without giving it too much thought, Liu Bei waved his hand and said in a deep voice:

"Pass on my order, the entire army will break camp and retreat north!"

As soon as this order was given, the faces of the Han generals suddenly changed, and their hearts were filled with confusion and puzzlement.

Wei Yan was the first to step forward, clasped his fists and asked:
"Your Majesty, if we bring our army down to the enemy's capital, are we really going to give up halfway?"

Zhao Yun also knelt on one knee and asked for a fight:
"Your Majesty, I am willing to lead my army south again and fight the enemy to the death! I believe that I can break their rattan armor!"

Once they took the lead, the other generals responded one after another and all requested to go into battle.

After all, the Han generals are experienced in the battlefield and knowledgeable.

Although everyone heard Xiao Fang describe the rattan armor as miraculous, they still had doubts in their hearts:

Is there really a divine armor in this world that is impervious to arrows?
The generals did not believe it, so they all asked for battle.

Seeing this, Xiao Fang hurriedly pressed his hands to the generals and said soothingly:

"Don't worry, everyone. We will definitely pacify South China, but there is no need to rush.

The current retreat was actually a plan to defeat the Rattan Armor Army and capture Meng Huo.

Don't you all believe me, Xiao Fang?"

After hearing this, the generals' emotions changed from initial anger to joy.

Since Xiao Fang is so confident, he must have a good plan to defeat the enemy.

Zhang Fei, who was impatient, could not hold back and urged loudly:
"Jinglue, if you have any brilliant ideas, just tell me now, or I'm dying of suffocation!"

All the generals opened their eyes wide with curiosity, wanting to know what the ingenious plan was that could defeat the rattan armor army.

Even Pang Tong was curious and couldn't guess what Xiao Fang was planning.

Xiao Fang smiled mysteriously and said:

"The secret cannot be revealed. Now is not the time to speak out. Your Majesty, I have one more thing to ask for your approval."

Liu Bei hurriedly said:

"It's a bit sketchy but it doesn't matter."

Xiao Fang took a deep breath and shouted loudly:
"Zilong, I order you to quickly go to support Zhang Liao and cover his army's retreat to the north.

If you encounter rattan armor soldiers, you must pretend to be defeated and retreat, and do not engage them in battle! "

Zhao Yun was stunned when he heard this.

How can he save his dignity by being defeated by the rattan armor soldiers?
But military orders were as heavy as a mountain, and he dared not raise any objection and had to obey.

Liu Bei no longer hesitated and immediately ordered the entire army to retreat northward.

Zhao Yun took the order and went south to first meet Zhang Liao, and then covered the army's orderly retreat to the north.

In less than half a day, the Han army camp was deserted and only silence remained.

At the same time, there was jubilation in Zhucheng.

A grand banquet had already been prepared, and the news that the rattan armor soldiers had defeated the Han army spread quickly throughout the city like wings.

All the southern barbarians in the city were in a frenzy of joy.

They were facing the invincible Han army!

In previous battles, they were defeated repeatedly, but this time they won their first battle, which is of extraordinary significance.

The southern barbarians were ecstatic and their cheers were deafening.

The happiest person was Meng Huo.

This battle not only drove away the Han army, thus greatly boosting his prestige, but also saved Zhucheng and consolidated his foundation.

Most importantly, his long-standing throne crisis was thus alleviated.

He had been defeated in many battles before and suffered heavy losses. The various tribes had long been dissatisfied and colluded secretly to dethrone him and select another capable person.

When Meng De learned about this, he was extremely anxious, like an ant on hot pan.

He understood that only by winning a battle could he restore his prestige and keep his throne.

Wutugu helped him achieve this goal.

Such a small number of southern barbarian troops were able to defeat the Han army, which was several times larger, and return with a great victory.

This victory silenced those dissatisfied leaders and they no longer dared to think about replacing the King of Nanzhong.

Therefore, in Meng Huo's heart, Wutugu was like his savior.

To express his gratitude, Meng Huo specially held this grand banquet, firstly to celebrate the great victory, and secondly to thank Wutugu.

At the banquet, Meng Huo showed great favor to Wutugu and personally poured wine for him many times.

Wutugu was so proud that he blurted out bold and heroic words:

"Don't worry, my king. I, Wutugu, am here to help you realize your dream of conquering Shu!" (End of this chapter)