Above Yuzhang City, the red and hot sun rose early, throwing the scorching heat and the agitation together. Yuzhang, surrounded by mountains, had no way to give in or escape, and could only accept it unconditionally.

Gu Yong paced back and forth in the conference hall, with a lot of worries on his face. Those who had the same expression as him were Xu Jing, Xu Shao, Liu Ji, Cang Ci and other left-behind officials.

Yesterday, news came from the defeated soldiers who had dispersed from Fanyang. After tricking Shiyin Mountain, Sun Ce did not stop and quickly marched westward towards Yuzhang. The city of Fanyang, which was hastily unprepared, had fallen. I believe that in the future, the vanguard of Sun Ce's army would advance to Shangliao.

"Sun Ce's army has 20,000, and we cannot resist it. It's better to abandon Shangliao and move to Luling to Luling!" Xu Jing was panicked and hesitated. Xu Jing naturally knew about Sun Ce's strength. Now Gao Chong's main force is stranded in Jiangbei, and Yuzhang is empty, and Sun Ce can drive straight in.

"Wen Xiu said so much. General Ziyi's courage is not Sun Ce's opponent, so what can we do? Luling is the territory of Princess Musha, and Lu Xun is still guarded. He can fight 4,000 elite soldiers under his command, and he can rely on them to defend himself!" Xu Shaoyinghe said.

Gu Yong stopped and looked at Xu Jing who was talking about the general. Xu Shao brothers said that the Xu brothers were the first group of strategists who followed Gao Chong to Yuzhang. They also made a lot of efforts in the process of starting a foundation, but when another test came, they chose another path.

It is difficult to measure the human heart by a standard.

Personal experiences, time, and environment changes may affect a person's decisions.

Gu Yong had a bright look and a determined determination. He said, "I have a favor to the general and entrusted everything to me. Although Yong is very talented, he does not dare to slack off his responsibilities. This time, even though Sun Ce came with thousands of troops, Yong should also sacrifice his life to defend him and never give up easily."

"Good words!" As soon as Gu Yong finished speaking, a voice came in from outside the conference hall, and then Lu Xun, who was wearing silver armor and heroic appearance.

Gu Yong was overjoyed and said, "Why is Bo Yan coming!"

Lu Xun said: "Five days ago, Lu Fan, who had been confronting me for a long time, the two divisions of Cheng Pu suddenly retreated. I sent my scouts to the enemy's territory to inquire. I just learned that Lu and the two divisions of Cheng had moved to the Jingxian area. I was worried that Sun Ce would have some plans and hurriedly gathered the soldiers to rush back, but unfortunately it was still too late."

Speaking of this, Lu Xun looked excited and said loudly: "However, although I, Lu Xun, cannot save General Ziyi, I, can still catch up with the dilemma of Yuzhang. Now, isn't Gu Gong's worries guarding the city? The four thousand elite soldiers in Luling have followed me to the city and listen to Gu Gong's orders!"

"Even with 4,000 reinforcements, they are outnumbered compared to the 20,000 elite troops in the enemy!" Xu Jing looked at Xu Shao and said. Xu Jing insisted on his own opinion tenaciously. Gao Chong was not there. As one of the counselors who had been following for the longest time, the Xu brothers, who were suppressed by later generations such as Gu Yong and Xu Shu for a long time, hoped to have a greater say.

"Wen Xiu is so timid and not afraid of being humiliated for a lifetime of fame!" Lu Xun asked loudly with a silver armor, pressed his sword in his hand.

Xu Jing's face was flushed by Lu Xun's words, and his head was low. Lu Xun glanced at everyone and said in a deep voice: "The favorite commander is on the expedition. We are subordinates, and we should repay the master to protect the people under our rule. How can we retreat in the face of the battle and flee? It is obvious that although Sun Ce has 20,000 people, our army has not yet been able to fight."

"Where is the soldier that Bo Yan said to be able to fight?" Xu Shao asked indignantly that his brother was ashamed of his clan.

Lu Xun had already become accustomed to his accusation and retorted loudly: "I heard that Xu Zi is good at identifying people, so why don't I know the heroic soldiers of Yuzhang now? Apart from the 4,000 soldiers in Luling, General Xu Sheng of Pengze has two thousand elite soldiers, and there are more than a thousand guards in each county. In this way, our army has a total of seven or eight thousand people, which can be compared with Sun Ce!"

"Bo Yan said that, although the various units of our army have always been stationed in various places, it is not easy to gather. In addition, he hastily responded to the battle, so it is difficult to have a chance of winning!" Although Gu Yong agreed with Lu Xun's idea of ​​fighting for an inch of land, he had to consider more unfavorable factors, as he was responsible for the heavy responsibility.

"Gu Gong knew one but not the other. Although our army had many difficulties, Sun Ce's army was not impeccable. He came from Jiangdong and had too long supply to the grain. Our army could seize this weakness, guard the city walls, store grain for the people, and clean the strong walls. As long as we can withstand the first few rounds of attacks of Sun Ce's army, the hope of success will increase!" Lu Xun said confidently.

After the test of the surprise attack of thousands of miles in Jingnan and the experience of leading troops independently in Luling, the young Lu Xun was no longer afraid of any difficulties, and the four thousand elite troops under his command made Lu Xun even more proud. This army composed of the children of Tianwei Academy was no less powerful than that of Taishi Ci and Gan Ning, who were highly valued by Gao Chong.

Hearing Lu Xun's analysis, Gu Yong, who was so serious about talking, also smiled and said, "Yes. Even if Sun Ce is powerful, he is just a soldier! We have the support of the people of Yuzhang inside and the reinforcements of the coach outside. We must not give up the foundation we have built hard due to temporary difficulties, otherwise we will never see the coach again!"

Cang Ci, Liu Ji and others also relaxed their expressions at this time, and a nervous heart slightly returned to their original place, while Xu Jing and Xu Shao's face were flushed and ashamed.

"Boyan, Sun Ce's vanguard Huang Gai's troops are approaching Shangliao. The situation is urgent. You can quickly lead the headquarters to move to the place where I will immediately send someone to Pengzewenxiang to lead his troops to reinforce." Gu Yong said.

Lu Xun bowed and said, "Donald Gu, please relax. Xun knows the importance of Shangliao. This time, he will definitely do his best to meet the enemy!" After that, he stepped out.

Outside the residence of the prefect of Yuzhang, there is a crowded market. The crowded crowds and hawkers are still there. The prosperous scenes make Lu Xun forget the chaotic current situation and the continuous war. People often get used to a comfortable and comfortable life, but if they sink here, they will sooner or later be swallowed by evil wolves.

In three days, Lu Xun's seventeenth birthday will be. What will be a battle that determines life and death that will be a great battle to welcome this day that is of great significance.

Fanyang.

Sun Ce stood on the not-very high city wall, looking at a wisp of blue smoke and furious. Behind him was his young fourth brother Sun Ling.

Where the smoke and dust rise is the granary of Fanyang.

Under the leadership of the surrendered general Zulang, Sun Ce's army quickly captured Fanyang with a lightning attack. There were only more than a hundred defenders in Fanyang. Huang Gai and Zulang occupied the city without resisting. This city was previously invaded by Sun Ben. Zheng Hun, the commander of Fanyang, had been defending the city wall for more than a month. Now, everything happened again, but the result had changed.

When they found that the enemy was approaching, Gao Chong soldiers who had no preparations had no time to transfer the food stored in the warehouse. All they could do was to ignite the fire and burn all the food stored.

"Shubi, I'll order all the captured soldiers to be killed!" Sun Ce shouted. If it weren't for the stubborn resistance of these enemy soldiers, thousands of hu of military ration would have been at their fingertips. Once Fanyang's food and grass support was provided, the army could further accelerate the speed of advancement, rather than waiting for the military rations transported from Moling, just like now.

"Yes, brother!" Sun Ling replied loudly.

A sound of solid and powerful footsteps came from the city, accompanied by Zhou Yu's familiar voice: "Bo Fu, Huang Gai's troops have arrived at Shangliao City!"

Upon hearing this news, Sun Ce's domineering aura became stronger and he said, "Gong Jin, I'll order Huang Gai and Zulang not to stay for too long, and occupy the city wall as soon as possible!"

"Bo Fu, Shangliao is the gateway to Yuzhang. The city is strong and deep, and it is not comparable to ordinary small cities. From Yu's opinion, it is better to think about a comprehensive plan!" Zhou Yu hesitated.

It has been two years since the last time he was blocked from Shangliao City. Zhou Yu didn't want to take revenge, but he also knew that once he relaxed a little, his chances of victory might slip away from your hands.

"If Brother Gong Jin is afraid, why not lean back and see how my brother takes Shang Liao?" Sun Ling, who was about to go down the city, turned around and said arrogantly when he heard Zhou Yu's words.

Sun Ling said this very seriously. With the friendship between Zhou Yu and Sun Ce, Sun Ling should treat him with his brother's courtesy. Now he said such unreasonable words, even Sun Ce, who was listening, had a deep look on his face.

"Shubi, why don't you beg Gongjin to accompany you!" Sun Ce shouted sternly. Sun Ling walked over reluctantly, bowed to Zhou Yu, and then went downstairs without saying a word.

Sun Ce watched Sun Ling's back as he walked away and sighed: "Shubi is upright and brave in fighting. However, he is more likely to be beaten by villains in the future."

Zhou Yu silently savored Sun Ce's words, and said nothing for a long time. Sun Ce is a hero who is unparalleled, but heroes also have fragility. Sun Ce can see Sun Ling's shortcomings, but he doesn't know that such weaknesses are also there. Perhaps this bloody nature has been planted as early as Sun Jian's time.

On July 4, 3rd year of Jian'an, morning.

At the city of Shangliao.

The whine of the horns in Sun Ce's army sounded from the horns and fell from all directions of the city. Huang Gai and Zulang's three thousand men did not encounter decent resistance along the way westward, so they did not deliberately conceal their intentions, but instead swayed in a swagger to prepare for siege.

"Zulang, you lead the headquarters as the forward!" Huang Gai ordered.

Huang Gai, who has always believed in loyalty and righteousness, looked down on him from the bottom of his heart. If it weren't for his value of exploitation, Huang Gai would have taken Zulang's life with an excuse. Because of this, the task of attacking Shang Liao fell on Zulang's head.

"General Huang wait for a moment, let's see my troops reach the city!" Zulang took the general order and said loudly. Zulang knew that in front of him, he was also attacking, until one day, his thousand men were wiped out, but now, he had no second way to go.

"Kill-!" Amid Zulang's hoarse shouts, the fierce battle at Shangliao City began.

The drums were sounding like thunder, and the soldiers siege the city approached the city step by step in the rain of arrows. The soldiers holding shields raised the long shield over their heads to protect their companions carrying the ladder beside them.

In addition to climbing the city, the cloud ladder can also be placed on the trench as a board for advance and retreat. Zulang, who had no choice, was the first to jump over the trench outside the city. Seeing the main general taking arrows and stones, the morale of the siege soldiers was rising. The casualties caused by the rain of arrows were immediately thrown behind. Hundreds of elite dead soldiers, like wolves and tigers, held sharp swords, used their hands and feet, and climbed up along the cloud ladder that was up the city wall.

When Zulang saw the first soldier in his place jumping onto the city, he was ecstatic and shouted: "Tell me the order, and those who climb the city will receive a great reward!" Hearing the inspiring words of the general, Zulang's soldiers burst into cheers.

Just as Zulang was proud, he suddenly screamed in the city. The first soldier who had just rushed into the city was shot into a twisted and deformed ball by a sudden violent rain of arrows. He screamed and fell to the city helplessly. During the fall, more than a dozen powerful crossbow arrows passed through his corpse with holes like rotten soil and shot into the body of the soldiers behind him who were trying to climb the city.

"Whose troops have such combat power?" Zulang looked at the soldiers who were falling in shock and felt a trembling heart.

"Beat the drum and order Zulang to attack again!" The defenders at the city top were well-trained and strong in counterattacks, and lost their spirits, had already begun to retreat. Huang Gai saw it clearly from a distance. This battle was of great importance to the future situation and could not be missed at all.

Hearing the continuous sound of war drums in the back formation, Zulang gritted his teeth, climbed onto a ladder that was leaning against the city wall with his left hand, and turned over. A long spear stabbed, Zulang quickly flicked over, then clamped the gun rod with his arm, pulled it down, pulling the enemy soldiers hidden behind the battlements down the head of the city.

A cold smile flashed through Zulang's eyes. His body had already penetrated the gap in Shangliao City. He only needed to add another force to stand firmly on Shangliao City.

Zulang is confident about his skills.

Except for Gao Chong, Gan Ning, Huang Zhong, Zhu Huan and others who were expeditioning in Jiangbei, as well as Lu Xun, Xu Sheng and Shangliao City who were far away in Luling and Pengze, no general was his opponent.

"Zu Lang, I haven't given the title yet!" A roar like thunder striking the thunder awakened Zu Lang from his self-intoxication.

Zulang looked at it, but saw a general standing under the flag of the city tower. The silver-white armored clothes were wrapped with a young and handsome face. Who else could it be Lu Xun? The wind blew over the city walls and blew past the hem of Lu Xun's armor. The white clothes fluttered, and there was an indescribable sense of elegance and calmness.

Zulang was shocked: "Lu Xun——?"

A hint of despair appeared in Zulang's eyes, and Lu Xun's sudden appearance shattered his wishful thinking. Now he realized that the previous weakness was just a bait that attracted him to take the bait.
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