Lu Bu, God of War of the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 130
Chapter 130
Just when the army outside Jincheng was marching towards Tianshui.Thousands of miles away, fifty miles outside Chang'an City, a huge military camp stands, and the soldiers inside and outside the barracks are practicing in full swing.

It was the Western Expedition Army led by Lu Bu.The army of 5000 people came all the way from Luoyang. According to the normal marching speed, they should have arrived in Tianshui long ago, but Lu Bu was not in a hurry. He wanted to use this time to let the [-] Northern Army and [-] The Five Thousand Bingzhou Army, and their new generals, have been working hard.As the saying goes: "Sharpening a knife does not make a mistake in chopping firewood" is the truth.

"Everyone, our army started from Luoyang all the way, and it has been more than half a month now. We are walking so slowly, so that the army can have time to adjust, and then display its due combat effectiveness on the battlefield. Now everyone, tell us about our army How's everything going? Zhang Liao, tell me first." Lu Bu wanted to let the army run in, and the one who played a leading role in it was Zhang Liao, the military judge whom Lu Bu worked hard to promote.

"General Qi, these days, the former Northern Army and the Bingzhou Army have been getting along well, and there has been no trouble. In fact, the subordinates think that the best way to keep the soldiers from causing trouble is to train them a lot. There is no free time to consider each other's interests. Only through rigorous training and arduous battles can the brotherhood between soldiers be cultivated. Therefore, I think that in terms of the current situation of our army, the army is already worthy. The general can be called at any time. In fact, whether it is the Northern Army or the Bingzhou Army, they are all frustrated troops. How can we still have the arrogance of the past? As long as the general can lead us to regain our former glory, why worry about the soldiers of the three armies not returning to their hearts? ?” Zhang Liao spoke forcefully, with an air of eagerness to fight.

What Zhang Liao said made sense, and one sentence reached Lu Bu's heart.Lu Bu told the army to move slowly, and took time to adjust the three armies, because he was afraid that these soldiers and horses would be too arrogant and unable to return to their hearts, and would not obey orders during the battle.However, after hearing Zhang Liao's words, a stone in Lu Bu's heart finally fell to the ground, and he felt much relieved.

"Okay, Zhang Liao, you've done a good job." Lu Bu praised Zhang Liao, then turned to Wei Xu and asked, "Wei Xu, I asked you to send someone to Xiliang to investigate the situation. What do you get in return?"

It turned out that although Lu Bu's army hadn't rushed to Xiliang, they were not idle either. They had already sent people to collect information in the direction of Xiliang and made preparations for the battle.

"General Qi, soldiers reported that Ma Teng and Han Sui in Xiliang are mobilizing troops, and they seem to have discovered our army's movements. On the other hand, there seem to be signs of Qiang soldiers going south." Wei Xu Seeing Lu Bu's question, he quickly reported the news he had just received to Lu Bu.

"What's going on? How come there are Qiang soldiers going south? How many troops do they have?" Hou Cheng didn't feel nervous when he heard the Qiang soldiers going south, so he hurriedly asked Wei Xu.Hou Cheng and Wei Xu had a good relationship, and they were Lu Bu's old man, so he didn't have any scruples, so he directly asked the doubts in his heart.

"This? I haven't figured out the specific situation. I have already ordered them to step up their investigation." Wei Xu said helplessly.It must be that Wei Xu's men are all veterans of Bingzhou, who are not familiar with the situation in Xiliang.It's natural to be a bit restrained in doing things.

"Why didn't you report such important news in time? If the Qiang soldiers and Ma Teng and Han Sui were united, do you know what the result would be?" Lu Bu was shocked when he heard Wei Xu's news. The continued delay is naturally somewhat dissatisfied.

"Well, this subordinate just wants to wait for the matter to be clarified before reporting to the general. This subordinate feels that it is not uncommon for the Qiang people to go south to attack the grass valley. As for Ma Teng and Han's mobilization of troops, it may also be to defend against the Qiang soldiers. That's why there was a delay, please punish me, General." Wei Xu knew that he had almost missed a big deal by Lu Bu's reprimand, so he knelt down to plead guilty.

"Forget it, I'll write this down for you first, and when you get to the battlefield in the future, you'll make up for your crimes." Although Wei Xu was at fault, Wei Xu's judgment cannot be said to be wrong now. Wei Xu's crime cannot be punished easily, besides, the war is imminent, and it is time to employ people, and Lu Bu does not want to destroy the prestige of his subordinates at this time.However, Lu Bu can't just let things go like this, making others feel that Lu Bu is not strict in governing the army and breaking the rules, so Lu Bu can only say that he will make up for his crimes. Anyway, as long as there is a war, the general will make meritorious deeds. , It's all just a matter of Lu Bu's words.

"General Xie, the subordinates must be completely heartbroken and refuse to accept the general's entrustment." Wei Xu is also a shrewd person, so naturally he thanked Lu Bu immediately.

"Come here, bring the map, and then send someone to invite Mr. Lu Zhi." Seeing that the situation had changed, Lu Bu immediately sent someone to invite Lu Zhi. Although Lu Bu felt that he had unique insights into military affairs, but But I also want to learn and discuss with Lu Zhi, a famous sergeant, even though Lu Zhi was also defeated by Lu Bu.

Not long after, a sergeant came over with a cowhide map, and Lu Zhi also appeared outside the tent.

"Mr. Lu Zhi, although I have promised you not to let him make plans, it's just that the current situation is really worrying, so Lu Bu has the courage to invite you to come over and discuss together." What happened in Xiliang was explained to Lu Zhi.

"How could this happen? The Qiang people and Ma Teng and Han Sui both took action? If they go south in three directions, how much suffering will the people of my big Han have to suffer?" After hearing the news of the Qiang soldiers, Lu Zhi's first One reaction is that the people will suffer again.But in a blink of an eye, he turned his head to Lu Bu again, and said solemnly: "As the commander of the three armies, I don't know how you plan to deal with it?"

Hearing Lu Zhi's words, Lu Bu was startled.Originally, Lu Bu thought that according to Lu Zhi's compassionate personality, when he heard the Qiang soldiers invaded, he would be so proud that he would be eager to go to battle in leather armor and drink the blood of the Hulu with a smile.Unexpectedly, after Lu Zhi just sighed, he kicked the ball back to Lu Bu. Lu Bu could only shake his head secretly, "It's better to ask for others than to ask for yourself."

"Sir, please look at the map. Let's plan for the worst first. If the Qiang soldiers and Ma Teng and Han Sui join forces, their appetite will not only be for Xiliang, but they will continue to go south to capture Chang'an. In this sense, the frontier of Tianshui It is to guard the main roads of transportation in Yongzhou. If the enemy army obtains Tianshui, it can stabilize its control over Xiliang and approach Chang'an. If our army controls the front line of Tianshui, we can send troops to Xiliang at any time and seize the initiative on the battlefield So I think that the focus of this battle should be Tianshui." Lu Bu looked at the map, pondered for a moment, and clicked hard on Tianshui with his fingers a few times.

"Well, you're right, you have some knowledge, so what are you going to do?" Seeing that Lu Bu hit the nail on the head, Lu Zhi looked slightly happy, nodded and continued to ask.

"I'm going to lead the troops to Tianshui personally, and I'll meet these Qiang soldiers well, so that these Qiang people know the military might of my great man." Lu Bu looked at the map, feeling a burst of excitement in his heart. Since leaving the grassland, Lu Bu has rarely If there is a chance, he can really kill the Quartet. This time, Lu Bu finally got another chance.

"You have too much murderous intent. As a general, the most important thing is not to go to battle to kill the enemy, but to win thousands of miles and lead your soldiers from one victory to another." After hearing Lu Bu's answer, Lu Bu Zhi Zhi said dissatisfied. "Let me ask you, what if the enemy army suddenly attacked Chang'an after you took people to Tianshui? At that time, wouldn't you be attacked by the enemy back and forth, unable to advance or retreat? Could it be that you can still leave Qishan and enter Hanzhong?" Looking at Lu Bu Looking ineffective, Lu Zhi said with a stern expression.

"Here, Lord Lu Zhi, please teach me." Lu Bu bowed to Lu Zhi and bowed his head.

Regarding Lu Zhi's questioning, Lu Bu may not have no countermeasures in his mind, but Lu Bu didn't want to appear too smart. The only way to avoid exclusion and suspicion is to maintain one's image as a general. Only a flawed general can reassure Dong Zhuo and Li Ru.And Lu Zhi's position in the army is not so much to make up for the lack of intelligence of the army, but to serve as a shield for Lu Bu's ingenuity. Now in front of the generals, Lu Bu will naturally appear dull, otherwise Lu Bu will be able to defeat him. Lu Zhi, how can there be no way to deal with the current situation?
"Huh, for the sake of being Han Chinese, I will help you, and at the same time, help those Han compatriots who are suffering. Ma Teng and Han Sui are originally Han Chinese, but now they contact the Qiang soldiers to go south. They are thieves. What you do will definitely be opposed by people of insight. Since they have lost a bit in righteousness, it is their fatal wound. Now you can send part of the army to garrison on the front line of Tianshui, stop the enemy first, and then send people around Fortify the walls and clear the fields, transfer the common people and food and grass to the nearest city, and then strictly guard the city. If the enemy army bypasses Tianshui and invades Yongzhou, it will be difficult to supply food and grass, and it will be impossible to raise food locally. , cannot last long. As long as our army perseveres, we will be invincible." Lu Zhi nodded and finished speaking. After speaking, he took a big stride and walked away.

"Old boy, why are we only allowed to defend and not attack? Isn't this standing up and being beaten by others?" Seeing Lu Zhi leave, Zang Ba was the first to jump out and muttered.

"This is not bad. Mr. Lu Zhi said that he would not offer advice to our army, and now he has given our army an undefeated strategy. It is already very difficult for Mr. Lu Zhi." Gao Shun looked at it. Delighted, one sentence hit Lu Zhi's mind.

"Everyone, stop arguing. The big battle is imminent. Let's take action now. All generals listen to orders." Seeing that the strategy had been decided, Lu Bu began to issue orders. There must be no delay in the military situation. "Wei Xu listened to the order, you take my five thousand wolf riders and rush to Tianshui quickly. You must remember to enter Tianshui before the enemy army, and give Tianshui a firm control, waiting for my army to come."

"Yes, Wei Xu accepts the order." Wei Xu took a step forward, took the token from Lu Bu, and walked out of the tent.

Lu Bu's wolf cavalry has been under the command of Wei Xu since Lu Bu left Bingzhou that time. Naturally, he can't change his generals right now, so he can only let Wei Xu continue to lead them.

(End of this chapter)