Three Kingdoms: I choose Xiao Qiao and Da Qiao, why are you crying, Diao Chan?

Chapter 104 The tiger eats people! (Thanks to the two monthly tickets from book friends 2023…2559~)

Lou Port.

Xu Gong, who had been in a stalemate with Gan Ning for several days, suddenly learned that Lu Bu was attacking the southern part of Wujun, and he immediately became panicked.

Qiantang County, the southernmost part of Wu County, was governed by Zhu Zhi.

But Zhu Zhi has never gotten along with him.

Although Qiantang County seemed to be within the scope of Wu County, it was actually not under his control.

If Lu Bu did not conflict with Zhu Zhi, he would most likely have taken a direct route to attack Wu County.

Fortunately, he left 4,000 men in Wu County, so they should be able to hold it. If they are lucky, they might even be able to contain Lu Bu's army.

As long as Lu Bu is not allowed to come and attack Lougang directly, Gan Ning will not dare to attack rashly.

As long as we can delay until their food and supplies run out, the danger in Wu County will naturally be resolved.

However, the tragic news of the loss of Wu County soon arrived.

Xu Gong was horrified and immediately went to discuss the matter with Yan Baihu:
“Now that Lu Bu has captured Wu County, he is leading more than 7,000 people towards Lougang.

"If we let them join forces with Gan Ning to attack, we won't be able to defend ourselves!"

Yan Baihu was silent for a moment, then replied calmly:

"Don't panic, Lu Bu has only about 7,000 men, so it's not difficult to deal with him.

"If we set up an ambush at Tiger Hill in the south of Lougang.

“Using the dozen or so tigers I have kept in captivity to attack the enemy will surely cause chaos among them.

"When the ambush comes, we can kill them all without leaving a single piece of armor!"

After hearing Yan Baihu's words, Xu Gong's eyes lit up.

I didn’t expect that the other party actually kept tigers in captivity!

This thing can indeed have a certain deterrent effect.

Even if the tiger does not dare to charge at the enemy because of the large number of enemy troops, it will definitely scare the enemy into panic.

Sending troops at this time will definitely have a good effect!
Xu Gong then asked:

"In that case, shall I lead the ambush or shall you lead the ambush?"

Yan Baihu thought for a moment and said:
"Gan Ning has 30,000 soldiers, while Lu Bu has only 7,000.

“It is safer for me to guard the port, and Governor Xu can lead 5,000 men to ambush.

“I will have my men bring the cage with the tiger with you.

“Even if the ambush fails, I will lead the remaining troops to assist you in attacking Lu Bu.

"Otherwise, if we fail to inflict an effective blow to the enemy, there will be no point in us defending Lougang."

Xu Gong nodded immediately:

"As you say."

Although he was not a brave man, he had experience in leading troops in battle.

Although he couldn't charge directly into the battle line, he could still hide in the rear and command the soldiers.

Xu Gong immediately selected 5,000 elite soldiers and quickly went to Huqiu to ambush with a dozen wooden cages containing tigers!

……

In Gan Ning's fleet.

The sun was high in the sky in late autumn, bringing a touch of warmth to the soldiers who had been soaking in the river for a long time.

Gan Ning was lying on the folding chair invented by Lu Bu.

With his feet on the bow of the boat, holding a fishing rod in his hand, he fished leisurely.

At this time, Lu Meng came to him:

"According to the news from the Lord, he has already taken Wu County and is leading his army towards Lougang."

Gan Ning said "hmm":
"Once the lord arrives, we will attack from both sides and Lougang will be easily captured."

Lu Meng shook his head:
“The enemy will certainly not sit still and wait for death.

“I heard from the captured Yan Yu soldiers that Yan Baihu kept more than a dozen ferocious beasts in captivity.

"These big insects all come from Tiger Hill, which has dense forests and complex terrain, making it very suitable for ambushes.

“If I were Yan Baihu, I would send a group of elite soldiers to lie in wait at Tiger Hill with the tigers.

"Releasing the tiger first and then sending out the troops will surely have a significant impact on the lord's troops."

Gan Ning sat up suddenly, his expression no longer calm:

"If the enemy forces transfer all the soldiers in the harbor to attack you, wouldn't you be in danger?" Seeing Gan Ning's big reaction, Lu Meng smiled and comforted him:

"General Gan, don't worry, the spy just reported.

“Xu Gong left Lougang with 5,000 soldiers and horses, he must have set up an ambush.

“There are still 9,000 soldiers in the port, and the threat to us is much smaller than before.

“And it would be equally difficult for Xu Gong’s five thousand soldiers to have any impact on our invincible lord.

"We just need to attack Lou Port and tie down the soldiers in the port so that they can't support Xu Gong.

"I believe that the Lord can solve the problem of Tiger Hill by himself."

After hearing what Lu Meng said, Gan Ning calmed down, put away his fishing rod and stood up and said:
"You're right. We've been idle for several days. It's time to stretch our muscles.

"Ziming, go get your men ready. We're going to storm Lougang tonight!"

"Here."

Lu Meng responded and immediately gave the order.

Gan Ning looked at the distant Lougang, the blue veins on the back of his hand bulging as he gripped the edge of the boat, his eyes filled with fighting spirit!

……

Tiger Hill.

A hilly area with dense forests.

As the weather enters late autumn, most of the leaves have turned yellow and fall from the trees from time to time, piling up in piles.

Lu Bu led his army along a small path among the trees.

Somehow, he always felt that the terrain here was too narrow and very suitable for enemy ambush.

If the enemy attacks them from both sides, they will be very passive.

At this time, the sound of hurried horse hooves was heard from behind.

Lü Bu turned around and saw Zhu Huan riding a horse to his side. He immediately asked Zhu Huan:
"What is the name of this place?"

“My lord, this place is called Tiger Hill, and there are many giant insects living there.

"But our army is large in numbers, so the big insect won't escape easily."

After hearing Zhu Huan's answer, Lu Bu became even more worried:
"That being said, if the enemy were to ambush us here, our army would be greatly restricted."

Zhu Huan immediately clasped his fists and said:
“I came here to report this matter to my lord.

"We should temporarily stop advancing and send out scouts to scout the forest ahead.

“It will be much safer to move forward after making sure there is no ambush.

"Anyway, Wu County has been taken, and we have sufficient food and grass supplies in the rear, so there is no need to be so anxious."

Lu Bu said "hmm" in agreement:
“In that case, you lead the 500 soldiers I gave you to explore the front.

"If you encounter danger, don't fight, return immediately!"

Zhu Huan clasped his fists joyfully:
"The last general takes command!"

Zhu Huan took the 500 men assigned to him by Lu Bu and rushed straight into the dense forest ahead to investigate.

And Lu Bu led the army and followed slowly behind.

However, this hilly area is vast and undulating.

It is extremely difficult to find the ambush.

Before I knew it, it was getting dark.

Zhu Huan returned with 500 men, but found no trace of an ambush.

Lu Bu ordered his soldiers to cut down the surrounding trees and clear a large open space.

The soldiers set up camp in this open space and rested.

In order to prevent sneak attacks at night, Lu Bu had his soldiers take turns patrolling.

Half of the people slept and the other half kept watch.

In this way, even if the enemy attacks, we can respond immediately.

The first half of the night was uneventful.

In the second half of the night, everyone was suddenly awakened by a series of tiger roars as loud as thunder!

Lu Bu was resting in the tent when he suddenly heard a commotion outside.

He immediately realized that something was wrong and rushed out of the tent. He heard the soldiers on guard shouting in fear:
"There are tigers... lots of tigers! The tigers are out in groups to eat people!!"

(End of this chapter)