At the beginning, I gave up my military power with a cup of wine, and I ascended the throne

Chapter 281 Conquering the Jizhou Army
“They are all former comrades.”

Xiao Han smiled and said, "Why? Don't you know what kind of person I am? Or do you feel ashamed to follow me?"

Many soldiers looked hesitant, but after thinking carefully, most of them agreed in their hearts that Xiao Han accepted the three states.

Besides, Marquis Zhenbei is alive and well now, so the so-called battle between Jizhou and Xiliang is just a family matter.

"I am willing to follow Xiliang Hou."

A rider rode out and rushed towards the Xiliang cavalry.

"I am also willing to follow Xiliang Hou."

More and more soldiers defected. If Xie Xuanli died at the hands of Xiao Han today, most of these 100,000 cavalry would fight to the death instead of defecting.

In addition, there is Xiao Han’s personal prestige, plus the successive victories over the past month.

Chen Qingzhao was beaten so badly that this white-clothed military genius was unable to suppress these 100,000 cavalrymen.

In the blink of an eye, tens of thousands of people surrendered, and most of the rest were wavering. It can be seen that their former comrades had already rushed to the Marquis of Xiliang.

They also decided to join Xiliang.

Xie Xuanli said in person that Jizhou and Xiliang were one, and that many people, including the Xiao and Xie family, and even Chen Qingzhao's own subordinates, were shaken.

In the blink of an eye, only 20,000 of the 100,000 cavalrymen under his command were left, while Xiao Han had 2,000 Xiliang cavalrymen, expanding his force to 70,000 or 80,000.

"You can choose whether to go or stay."

Xiao Han looked at him and said calmly: "Back then, I owed you a favor, and now I will repay you."

After saying that, he waved his hand, and two servants came out supporting a woman. It was Xie Peiyao, who had gauze wrapped around her body and her pretty face was pale.

"I wanted her life."

Xiao Han said: "But for your sake, I will spare her. No matter whether she stays or leaves, she will be yours from now on."

Chen Qingzhao had mixed feelings, and for a moment, he didn't know how to face Xiao Han.

Two servants helped Xie Peiyao to him.

After a moment of silence, Chen Qingzhao dismounted and clasped his fists, saying, "Thank you."

"I have now repaid you the favor I showed you. From now on, you and I owe each other nothing."

"Okay."

Chen Qingzhao nodded.

"Tiger Maniac, count the number of people."

Xiao Han said: "Everyone, set up camp here and wait for orders."

"promise."

Tens of thousands of Jizhou cavalry, or to be more precise, Xiliang cavalry, shouted in unison, because there was no Jizhou in this world anymore.

Chen Qingzhao left anyway.

None stayed.

Only a few dozen cavalrymen and Xie Peiyao, the second daughter of Zhenbei Marquis, were taken away, and the remaining 20,000 cavalrymen were left in Jizhou City.

It's ridiculous to say that.

This white-robed soldier, with more than 100,000 cavalrymen, chased Xiao Han for more than a month, but in the end he couldn't even keep his lair.

If it were someone else, it would be difficult to subdue these 100,000 cavalrymen, but for Xiao Han, it was easy.

The news of the battle of Jizhou City spread throughout several counties in Jizhou at the speed of a storm.

A few days later, messengers delivered handwritten edicts with the seal of Xie Xuanli, Marquis of Zhenbei, to the hands of county governors in various places.

The troops from various counties that were originally heading to Jizhou City and the 50,000-strong army of Jubei City returned along the same route.

Again.

If it were someone else, it would be impossible to subdue these fierce soldiers of Jizhou so easily, but Xiao Han could.

His prestige in Jizhou is second only to Xie Xuanli.

Moreover, the imperial seal and imperial edict in hand meant that he, the Marquis of Xiliang, had officially taken over Jizhou from Xie Xuanli.

Horses trampled on Jizhou City.

There was no massacre in the city, and Xie Xuanli was not touched at all.

Everyone in the three states of Jizhou knew that the health of the Marquis of Zhenbei was getting worse day by day.

If Jizhou didn't fall into the hands of Xiliang Hou, it would fall into the hands of that prince. Comparing the two, most people were on the side of Xiliang Hou Xiao Han.

After all, the abilities that the prince has shown since he was a child have been worrying, so it doesn't matter whether he hides his abilities or not.

Because in Jizhou, there is no longer any stage for her to perform.

Or perhaps, in front of Marquis Xiliang, he was too mediocre, or even a complete failure as a crown prince.

The sky was gloomy, covered with dark clouds. The wind was howling, blowing dead branches and leaves into the air, and the air was filled with a biting chill.

There were sparse snowflakes floating in the air. Inside the hall, Xiao Han stood with his hands behind his back, looking at the huge sheepskin map on the wall.

There were many arrows marked on it with a brush, and there were signs of military forces in various places of Xiliang and Northern Wei.

The current situation.

The main force of the Northern Wei Dynasty was still attacking Qimen Pass, Shuoyin and Shangdang, and the imperial troops of the two Liao dynasties did not retreat.

The main forces of Xiliang were in Yongzhou and Jizhou. As the news of the battle of Jizhou City spread, the Northern Wei and Central Plains courts should have responded soon.

"The weather is getting cold."

Xie Xuanli walked in and said, "It looks like it will snow heavily in seven or eight days at most."

“This battle cannot continue.”

"The stalemate won't last long."

Xiao Han shook his head: "The 30,000 cavalry from Anyang and Daijun have already arrived, and Huluxu's 40,000 Tiger and Leopard Cavalry will reach Jizhou City tomorrow."

"With 70,000 troops here, we can stabilize the situation in Jizhou. Then I will personally lead 100,000 Jizhou cavalry northward."

"Leave Jubei City, head west, and head straight to Shuoyin."

But they could not continue fighting. Jizhou and Yongzhou would become a mess in a short time. Such a large territory would be of no help to Xiao Han, at least before the autumn harvest next year.

There was a three-way standoff between Xiliang, Zhao and Northern Wei, then a major battle between Jizhou and Northern Wei, followed by another major battle between Xiliang and Jizhou, which completely exhausted Zhao's foundation.

This winter, the people of Jizhou and Yongzhou can only rely on emergency assistance from the eight counties of Xiliang.

"When to set off?"

Xie Xuanli asked.

"The day after tomorrow."

He looked at the map and said in a deep voice: "I will send someone to escort the Marquis to Xiliang City when the time comes."

Day two.

Huluxu led 100,000 Tiger and Leopard Cavalry to Jizhou, and as a result, there were 70,000 troops stationed in Jizhou.

Early morning on the third day.

The sky is bright.

Outside the Zhenbei Marquis Mansion.

The endless iron cavalry stood in a black mass between heaven and earth, wearing black armor, carrying sharp swords and spears, and carrying bows and crossbows. The black banner with the word "Xiao" on it danced in the morning breeze.

A full 100,000 cavalrymen originally belonged to Jizhou, but now, all of them are part of the Xiliang cavalrymen.

A rider came out of the marquis's mansion, wrapped in heavy iron armor and holding a sharp saber in his hand.

In an instant.

The eyes of a hundred thousand cavalrymen were all turned to this man. Their eyes were fanatical, and their originally flagging morale suddenly rose.

"Cheer up, everyone."

Xiao Han rode his horse forward, sweeping his sharp eyes over them with dignity.

His voice echoed throughout Jizhou City, tearing through the morning light.

"Like an eggplant hit by frost, drooping and dejected, I am ashamed of myself."

Suddenly many soldiers held their heads high and chests puffed out.

"Do you feel like you've been defeated, so you can't even pick up a knife?"

"Do you feel that without Jizhou, you would be orphans without a home?"

Xiao Han's voice was deafening and extremely loud.

(End of this chapter)