Three Kingdoms, I'm really not a general!

Chapter 560: Suicide letter, bloody battle in Xuchang

When Xing Daorong and Guan Yu were discussing Liu Bei's plan to move the capital, Cao Ren was not so relaxed.

He even knew that he would not be able to hold on for much longer, so he wrote his suicide note when he was alone in Xuchang City.

...

Cao Ren bowed his head and kowtowed on the top of the city wall of Xuchang:
The wind has already started before dawn.

Flags fluttered on the city walls, and the cold light of iron armor reflected the waning moon.

I stand here, and wherever I look, I see enemy troops like waves and dark clouds pressing down on the city.

Xuchang, once a prosperous place, has now become an isolated city, surrounded by enemies and with war raging everywhere.

I know that this city is difficult to defend. The enemy is powerful and aggressive, while our army is exhausted and has run out of food and grass. The people in the city are in a state of panic, and the soldiers are brave but exhausted.

Although I, Cao Ren, am a powerful general of Wei, the situation today is beyond human control. This is the will of heaven. I can only die for my country, live up to the trust of the former lord, and live up to the grace of Your Majesty.

Although I die, my soul will guard this city and live and die with Xuchang. I hope my blood can dye this land red and inspire future generations to continue to fight against the enemy and defend our country.

My wife and children, I hope Your Majesty will have mercy on them, give them food and clothing, and don't let them be displaced. My soldiers are all loyal and brave, I hope the Prime Minister and the King of Wei will treat them well and don't let them feel disappointed.

The wind is getting stronger, and the enemy's horn has sounded. I will put on my armor and fight the enemy to the death.

This letter is my last writing. I hope people in the future will know that I, Cao Ren, am a man of honor even in defeat and have no regrets even in death.

Cao Ren's last words: On the city wall of Xuchang, the wind swept away the remaining clouds, and heaven and earth mourned together.

Just as he finished writing this, a burst of killing sounds suddenly rang out from under the city.

When Cao Ren knew that the Han army had arrived, he quickly dropped the suicide letter and went up to the city to fight.

But the top of the city was already crowded with people.

The Han army charged and actually reached the top of the city wall!
From this we can see that the city of Xuchang really cannot be defended!
Firstly, the enemy army was led by Guan Yu and Xing Daorong, and was indeed difficult to resist.

Secondly, the soldiers in the city had already known the news of the fall of Luoyang, and coupled with the rumors that His Majesty was seriously injured, their morale was low, which was why they "collapsed at the slightest touch."

Cao Ren knew in his heart that this was a battle that could not be won, otherwise he would not have prepared a suicide note in advance!
However, even though he knew that he could not win the battle, just as he said in his last letter, Cao Ren had no intention of leaving!
After all, from Xiangyang to Wancheng and then to Xuchang, Cao Ren has retreated several cities in succession!

today!

But there is no way back!

...

The war in Xuchang City soon entered its most tense moment.

Under the leadership of Cao Ren, the morale of the Wei army finally recovered somewhat.

On the top of the city wall, Cao Ren, wearing heavy armor and holding a spear, rushed into the enemy camp like a tiger descending from the mountain.

His marksmanship was sharp, and each of his strikes carried the force of thunder. Wherever he passed, the enemy fell one after another.

However, the more courageous this is, the more it will attract great future!

Guan Yu brandished the Green Dragon Crescent Blade, the blade light was like snow, and his momentum was like a rainbow, and he rushed straight towards Cao Ren.

Seeing this, Cao Ren hurriedly resisted and barely managed to hold on.

Just as Cao Ren and Guan Yu were fighting fiercely, Xing Daorong suddenly rushed out from the flank, holding a huge axe, roaring, and went straight for Cao Ren.

Although Cao Ren was brave, he was immediately in danger when facing the joint attack of Guan Yu and Xing Daorong.

Guan Yu's sword was as sharp as a dragon, with flashing blade light, forcing Cao Ren to retreat again and again; while Xing Daorong's giant axe was like a mountain pressing down on his head, with such force and power that every blow made Cao Ren's palm numb.

Guan Yu has indeed aged a bit over the years.

However, although I am old, it is not the time for me to retire.

Seeing Xing Daorong coming to help, Guan Yu's inherent pride burst out unconsciously again.

If this had happened seven or eight years ago... no, let's say two or three years ago, Cao Ren would have been killed with a single blow, and there would have been no need for Xing Daorong's help!

Is it possible…

Am I really old?

Is Guan Yu a man who accepts his age? Of course not!

He suddenly burst out with 100% of his strength, his eyes widened in anger, and the Green Dragon Crescent Blade shook violently in his hand, the blade gleaming with cold light, like a giant dragon awakening, ready to go.

He kicked his legs and rushed towards Cao Ren like an arrow.

Cao Ren was shocked when he saw this, and hurriedly raised his spear to fight, but Guan Yu's momentum was like a landslide or tsunami, unstoppable.

When the two horses crossed, Guan Yu suddenly shouted, and his Green Dragon Crescent Blade cut through the sky, bringing up a sharp blade light.

Although Cao Ren tried his best to block, he felt a huge force like a mountain pressing down on his head, which made his arms numb and the spear almost slip out of his hand.

Guan Yu took advantage of the situation and swung his sword again. The blade was as fast as lightning and went straight for Cao Ren's throat.

Cao Ren was unable to dodge, a knife flashed past, and he was stabbed in the waist!

Cao Ren groaned, blood gushed out, and his body staggered.

Seeing this, Guan Yu showed no mercy and swung his Green Dragon Crescent Blade suddenly. Cao Ren's head fell off and his blood dyed the battlefield red.

He fell to the ground, no longer breathing!
As soon as Cao Ren died, Cao's army fell into chaos and retreated in droves.

Guan Yu did not move anymore, but just stood there with his sword in hand, his eyes slightly closed, not caring about the enemy troops around him.

If someone is brave enough, he could launch a sneak attack right now, and maybe he could actually defeat Guan Yu.

But well...

Xing Daorong also knew that Guan Yu was now in the "show-off" moment, so he did not remind him, as he was surrounded by his personal soldiers anyway.

Seeing Cao's army in chaos, he shouted, "Cao Ren is dead. Let's surrender!"

As Xing Daorong shouted, the Han troops around him also shouted together.

"Cao Ren is dead. Surrender your weapons and don't kill him!"

The continuous sound spread throughout the entire Xuchang city!

Everyone knows that Cao Ren, the general of the Cao family, has been killed in battle!
Next, we have to wait for the Han army to take over.

Fortunately, Liu Bei was known for his benevolence, so most of the people were still stable.

...

Wearing light armor and with a long sword hanging from his waist, Xing Daorong walked slowly into the streets of Xuchang City.

When the war just ended, the people in the city were terrified and the streets were filled with an atmosphere of unease.

His eyes were gentle and his steps were steady, like a spring breeze, quietly blowing across this war-torn land.

Ok…

It is indeed not easy to make Xing Daorong look gentle, he can only say that he tried his best.

But since we are doing a show... we have to do it in full.

But Xing Daorong walked to a dilapidated alley and saw several old, weak, women and children huddled in the corner, their eyes full of fear and helplessness.

Xing Daorong stopped, leaned forward and squatted, his voice low but firm: "My fellow countrymen, don't panic. The war is over, and Xuchang City will be peaceful from now on. I, Xing Daorong, am here to protect you all."

An old man raised his head tremblingly, tears in his eyes: "General, we are common people, we only want to have a meal and a roof over our heads, have we ever thought of being involved in this sword fight?"

Xing Daorong frowned when he heard this, and reached out to help the old man up, saying solemnly: "Old man, I know the suffering of war. From today on, the granary in the city will be opened to release grain, and anyone who is hungry and cold can receive it."

"If there are damaged houses, I will order them to be repaired as soon as possible and will not leave anyone homeless."

He stood up, looked around, and spoke in a loud and clear voice: "People of Xuchang City, although the flames of war are fierce, the people's hearts cannot be destroyed. From now on, I, Xing Daorong, will share the joys and sorrows with you and overcome the difficulties together! If there is anyone who oppresses the people, no matter who it is, I will punish them severely!"

As the voice fell, the people around gradually gathered, and the fear in their eyes was gradually replaced by hope. Some people whispered, some wiped their tears silently, and more people looked up at Xing Daorong, with a little more trust and gratitude in their eyes.

Xing Daorong felt relieved when he saw this. He turned to the soldiers and said, "Hurry up and arrange for the distribution of food and fodder, and dispatch people to repair the houses. Make sure the people can live in peace as soon as possible."

The soldiers responded in unison and took quick action.

Xuchang... this former capital of Cao Wei, did not cause any trouble under the pacification of Xing Daorong.

(End of this chapter)