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

Liu Yi looked solemn, clasped his hands firmly, leaned forward slightly, and said with a cupped hand:

"In my humble opinion, it must be that Xiao Fang had been attacking Xiangping for a long time but failed. He was extremely anxious but had no other options, so he deliberately opened a hole in the city defenses."

"Their sinister intentions are obvious. They are just trying to make us think that we have an opportunity to take advantage of, so that we will abandon the city and break out."

"Once we abandon the city, it will be exactly what he wants. He can take the opportunity to capture Xiangping in one fell swoop."

When the generals on the side heard this, some nodded slightly, some looked thoughtful, and then they all nodded in agreement.

For a moment, there were voices of agreement in the tent.

At this time, the Han army launched a fierce attack on Xiangping like a surging tide.

The war drums beat, the shouts were deafening, and the Han soldiers rushed towards Xiangping City in wave after wave.

However, the walls of Xiangping City were tall and strong, and the Liaodong Army on the city walls fought desperately, so the Han Army was never able to capture it.

In the eyes of everyone, Xiao Fang's move was obviously intended to give the Liaodong Army a gap that seemed to allow them to break through, making them think they had a chance to escape.

After the Liaodong army abandoned the city, they took advantage of their panic and seized the opportunity to capture Xiangping in one fell swoop.

Judging from common sense, this is a reasonable tactical arrangement. After all, when the attack fails for a long time, it is not impossible to use this unexpected tactic.

When the generals saw this, they were all moved and they all advised Gongsun Kang to take this opportunity to break out.

"Your Majesty, the Han army has deliberately opened a gap, which may be a great opportunity for us to break out!
If we don't take this opportunity to break out, once the Han army comes to its senses, we won't have another chance!"

A general said anxiously.

"Yes, my king, although Xiangping City is strong, the Han army is powerful. If we continue to hold on for a long time, I'm afraid it will be dangerous!"

Another general echoed.

Gongsun Kang had a stern expression on his face and dismissed everyone without hesitation:
"I have made up my mind and will never abandon Xiangping!"

"Xiangping is the foundation of our Gongsun clan. How can we give it up so easily?"

Seeing that Gongsun Kang was firm and as unshakable as a rock, the generals dared not say a word.

"Father, even if you insist on defending Xiangping, you should first seek help from outside.

Now Xiangping is under siege and it is difficult to get the news out. If we don’t ask for help as soon as possible, the food and grass in the city will be exhausted, the army will lose its morale, and Xiangping will be captured by the Han army sooner or later!"

Upon seeing this, Gongsun Yuan hurriedly stepped forward and spoke urgently.

Upon hearing this, Gongsun Kang fell into deep silence.

His brows were furrowed, and his eyes revealed endless worry.

He knew very well that even if he used the people's food as military rations, it was only a temporary measure and the food would eventually run out.

By then, food and grass would be cut off, the soldiers would be starving, and the morale of the army would be broken. Xiangping City would be captured even without a fight.

The reason for defending Xiangping to the death was for a glimmer of hope, hoping that reinforcements would arrive in time and that a turning point would occur.

But if even this glimmer of hope has been shattered, what is the point of holding on!
After a long time.

Gongsun Kang nodded slowly and said in a low voice:

"Yuan'er is right. Who among you is willing to ask for help?"

"I am willing to break out of the city and seek help!"

Liu Yi stood up without hesitation.

Soon after, all the generals expressed their willingness to go for help, and the tent was filled with calls for battle.

Gongsun Kang's brows were furrowed like a sky covered with dark clouds.

He glanced at the crowd sharply, knowing very well that this group of people just wanted to escape from Xiangping City under the pretext of seeking help.

At this critical moment of life and death, they only thought about their own safety and completely ignored the rise and fall of the Gongsun family.

"Humph, a bunch of cowards. When disaster strikes, they only think about saving their own lives!"

Gongsun Kang cursed in his heart but kept a straight face.

Then, his eyes slowly fell on his son Gongsun Yuan. He patted Gongsun Yuan's shoulder and said in a deep voice:

"Yuan'er, the important task of seeking help is now left to you.

You are thoughtful and can accomplish this task."

Gongsun Yuan immediately responded, clasping his fists and saying:

"Don't worry, father. I will live up to your trust!"

Liu Yi sighed secretly at the side. He knew that Gongsun Kang was worried about their generals, so he sent his son out of the city to seek help.

The plan has been decided.

Gongsun Yuan, with a team of personal guards, quietly came to the city gate under the cover of night.

They carefully opened the city gate and prepared to break out quietly like ghosts.

At nightfall, everything is silent, with only the occasional chirping of insects breaking the tranquility of the night.

Gongsun Yuan and his personal guards escaped silently through the gap.

Along the way, Gongsun Yuan secretly felt fortunate that he did not encounter any obstacles.

He was secretly happy and rode straight to Goguryeo without stopping, with only one thought in his mind:
We must bring in reinforcements as soon as possible to lift the siege of Xiangping.

After traveling for several days in a row, Gongsun Yuan and his companions were exhausted from sleeping in the open air.

But for the safety of Xiangping, they dared not stop for a moment.

Finally, Gongsun Yuan arrived at the capital of Goguryeo.

When Goguryeo King Gao Shangwu learned that Gongsun Yuan wanted to see him, he was shocked and thought to himself:
Xiangping was surrounded tightly, but someone was able to escape. There must be something fishy about this.

After thinking for a long time, Gao Shangwu hurriedly summoned Gongsun Yuan into the palace.

The hall was brightly lit.

Gongsun Yuan's face was full of anticipation, but he could not hide his anxiety.

at this time.

Gao Shangwu walked in slowly.

Gongsun Yuan's eyes flashed with a gleam of light, and he clasped his fists and said:
"Your Majesty, Xiangping is now in imminent danger and could be captured at any time.

As the Han army besieged the city for a long time, the food and grass in the city gradually ran out, the morale of the soldiers was low, and the people were also in panic.

Please, Your Majesty, send troops to rescue my Gongsun family!

If the king can lend a helping hand, our Gongsun family will remember the king's kindness and repay him generously in the future!"

As he said this, he knelt down and bowed with his forehead on the ground.

"Get up!"

Gao Shangwu stepped forward and helped Gongsun Yuan up. Looking at Gongsun Yuan's haggard face, he couldn't help but feel a trace of sympathy in his heart.

"I really want to save you. I have been willing to help you before and even took the risk of attacking Heyang City.

It's a pity that it didn't work. Now the situation in Xiangping is critical, and I am also very worried!"

Gao Shangwu sighed and said helplessly.

Gongsun Yuan felt a little relieved and hurriedly bowed and said:
"Your Majesty is kind and righteous. My Gongsun family is grateful. Now Xiangping depends entirely on your help."

Gao Shangwu nodded slightly and then asked:

"The food and grass in Xiangping City should have been eaten up long ago. I heard that the Han army was besieging the city tightly. How did you manage to hold out for so long?"

Gongsun Yuan felt a sharp pain in his heart. He hesitated for a moment, but still told the truth:
"Your Majesty, to be honest, in order to defend Xiangping, my father had no choice but to use the people to..."

Gao Shangwu couldn't help but frown when he heard this, shook his head and sighed, with a look of dissatisfaction on his face. (End of this chapter)