Three Kingdoms: I help Liu Bei grow thousands of miles

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"Wei." Yi Ji got up and left in a hurry.

After Yi Ji left, Zhang Fei, Huang Zhong and other generals all looked at Liu Bei expectantly, thinking that there would be no real soldiers, right?

"Zilong." Liu Bei called out.

"The end is here." Zhao Yun stood up and clasped his fists.

Liu Bei nodded, "Get ready to set off for Jingzhou immediately, and return the navy and warships brought out from Jingzhou to Yunchang..."

"only."

Zhao Yun clasped his fists to receive the general order. Although there were not many five thousand sailors in Yizhou, they were all elite trained by Guan Yu. Using them to help Jingzhou was Liu Bei's only way.

Because Sun Quan suddenly stabbed Jingzhou in the back, Ma Chao's welcome banquet ended in such a sloppy manner, people in the hall left one after another, leaving room for Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang.

"The lord sent Zilong to Jingzhou seems to have a deep meaning?" Zhuge Liang asked curiously.

Liu Bei nodded slightly: "The last time Zilong stood up for me to rescue me. Although everyone didn't say anything, they were conflicted in their hearts. If they stayed in Chengdu, they would inevitably be gossiping. Why don't you go back to Jingzhou to help Yunchang and Ziyu, and then escort everyone's family members into Shu after Jingzhou is stable. , so that his life will be easier."

"My lord is still thoughtful." Zhuge Liang nodded in agreement.

Zhuge Liang's topic just started, but it ended because of Liu Bei's non-response. I saw Liu Bei holding a wine glass with a gloomy face, sitting there alone, lost in thought.

"My lord is wondering why Sun Quan reneged on the alliance? There are no permanent allies in the world, only eternal interests. It is a matter of time before Sun Quan reneges the alliance, but it does come a bit early..." Zhuge Liang continued to comfort.

Liu Bei shook his head and smiled wryly: "Sun Quan took over the old divisions of Sun Ce and Sun Jian, and the entire Jiangdong is becoming more and more stable in his hands. This person is definitely not an idler. The son of the Sun family is a bit bloody after all, but I just can't figure out why Fu Shiren would Xiancheng, I'm not bad to him..."

Zhuge Liang analyzed: "Could it be that Yun Chang's personality is too rigid, and General Fu couldn't bear it, so he surrendered to the enemy?"

"Second brother is arrogant but not humiliating, it is absolutely impossible to force him against him, and besides, Shi Ren and I have a very close friendship..." Liu Bei was puzzled.

Zhuge Liangliang nodded, "My lord, it should be because he fell into Sun Quan's trick."

"This should be the most reasonable explanation." Liu Bei could only comfort himself in this way.

Zhuge Liang’s guess was correct. The real reason was indeed Fu Shiren’s plan. When he entered Shu to rescue Liu Bei three times, Guan Yu only had about [-] troops, of which the navy left less than [-]. Half of the warships in Jingzhou were taken away.

Before the accident in Jiangxia, Guan Yu only left Fu Shiren [-] sailors and [-] cavalry to garrison. Half of the main navy was in Hanshui to defend against Cao Cao, and half was placed in Jiangling and the public security to support the Yangtze River.

Lan Tian once wrote to remind Guan Yu euphemistically that Fu Shiren and Jiang Dong were too close, and Guan Yu didn't take it seriously considering that Zhuge Liang wanted "Dong and Sun Quan".

At that time, Jiangdong was resting after the end of the Ruxu War. Hearing that Zhu Guang, the prefect of Lujiang, was opening rice fields in Wancheng, he had the idea of ​​making a comeback in Huainan.

In the spring of the 19th year of Jian'an, Sun Quan, on Lu Meng's suggestion, prepared to cross the Yangtze River north to attack Wancheng, and pulled out the thorn in Cao Cao's eyelid.

On the eve of Sun Quan's dispatch of troops in Chaisang, the news of Liu Bei's capture of Yizhou spread. After reading the Changjiang newspaper, Sun Quan's expression changed suddenly, as if he had swallowed a fly alive.

All the generals lamented Liu Bei's good luck, but Lu Meng noticed Sun Quan's ugly face.

When the generals dispersed their tents to prepare, Lu Meng secretly stayed until the end. He asked Sun Quan in a low voice, "Your Majesty, you seem to be unhappy when you hear that Liu Xuande has taken Yizhou?"

Sun Quan snorted coldly: "Take Jingzhou and Yizhou first, and then enter Tuyuan. Originally, it was Lu Zijing and Zhou Gongjin who decided the strategy for me to win the world in Jiangdong. It's a pity that these places are cheaper than Liu Xuande. It's really uncomfortable to think about it."

"Our army contributed the most in the Battle of Chibi. In the end, not only the governor died of illness, but we Jiangdong got nothing. If the lord hadn't restrained the main force of Cao's army in Huainan this time, the Cao thief might have gone to Hanzhong to threaten Liu Zhang. Liu Xuande would not have had a chance. The capture of Xichuan, it is said that we also have a share of credit for him to take Yizhou." Lu Meng analyzed.

Sun Quan's eyes lit up after hearing this, "Zi Ming's words are very reasonable. It is impossible to let Jiangdong contribute. If we have benefits, we should share them together. Otherwise, what kind of allies are we talking about? I will tell Zijing to go to Jiangling to find Guan Yu. Liu Xuande re-divides Jingzhou."

Lu Meng quickly advised: "My lord, how can I spit out the meat in my mouth so easily?"

Chapter 314 The False Path

"What clever plan does Ziming have?" Sun Quan looked at Lu Meng meaningfully after speaking, thinking that there must be a way to deal with what you said.

Lu Meng asked, "How does my lord want to divide Jingzhou?"

Sun Quan stroked his purple beard and was stunned, "Uh... Naturally, it would be better to share more... Rich places like Nanjun and Changsha..."

"Ahem, I want everything my lord wants? I'm afraid it will be more difficult. Even if Liu Xuande can agree, Guan Yu and the others will not follow orders..." Lu Mengxin said that this appetite is too great.

Sun Quan smiled awkwardly: "What suggestion does Ziming have? Otherwise, we should go to Nanjun, Jiangxia, Changsha, and Wuling first? Then we can all occupy the Yangtze River."

Lu Meng frowned and said: "The main force of Jingzhou is concentrated in the hands of Guan Yu in Jiangling. Even if it is a sneak attack, it is very difficult to succeed, but Jiangxia is easy to take. In addition, according to the Changjiang News, the four counties in Jingnan are relatively prosperous now. For a considerable amount of mineral deposits, it is better to find a way to get Jiangxia, Changsha, Guiyang, and Lingling, and we can just use the Xiangshui River to demarcate Liu Xuande."

Sun Quan nodded solemnly, "The Yangtze River News portrays Jingnan as a painting, and we don't know what the real situation is. It's just our wishful thinking. Neither Liu Bei nor Guan Yu can agree?"

"It is rumored that Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang entered Sichuan one after another and took away most of Jingzhou's troops. Now Jingzhou only has a small number of garrisons, especially Jingnan counties only have 4000 to [-] people. As long as we can send troops to capture with thunder, Liu Bei was not willing at that time. It’s no good, unless we break up with us and attack, Cao Cao in the north will not miss his chance, and he might not be able to keep his newly acquired Yizhou.” Lu Meng sneered.

Sun Quan leaned back and said happily, "Zi Ming made it clearer, how can we attack with thunder? Guan Yu's attack power should not be underestimated."

Lu Meng went to the map hanging in the commander's tent, pointed to Jiangxia, an important town in the east of Jingzhou, and said: "Fu Shiren has become very close to the lord recently. If we use the strategy of attacking Guo, we can take Jiangxia lightly, and then our Jiangdong warship Shuojiangxi will attack the police. If Guan Yu finds out, they will fight near the police, if they are not found, they will take down the police and go straight to Jiangling."

"Ziming, wait a minute. Didn't you mean to take Changsha, Guiyang, and Lingling? Why do you want to go to Jiangling to provoke Guan Yu?" Sun Quan asked curiously.

Lu Meng smiled and said: "The purpose of attacking Jiangling is to attract Guan Yu's attention. My lord can send land troops out of Jianchang and Haihun, take Changsha first, and then attack Guiyang and Lingling. At that time, Guan Yu will not be able to look at both sides. Wuling can be included in the bag."

Sun Quan was stunned for a while, and then said with relief: "It is indeed true that you should study more. This strategy of attacking east and west is really well used. Ziming will definitely surpass Zhou Gongjin in the future and become my No. 1 general in Jiangdong."

"My lord, thank you." Lu Meng clasped his fists in thanks.

Sun Quan frowned suddenly again, "Then Changsha and Guiyang are fine. The prefect of Lingling is a brazen Lantian. Gao Shun's army is in his hands. It may not be easy to take down Lingling..."

Lu Meng believed that he had the chance to win, and said nonchalantly, "How many years has Lu Bu been dead? It should be flattered to fall into the camp. My lord, why don't you send someone to Jiaozhou to ask Ziheng (Lu Fan) and Ziqi (Wei Jing) to send troops to Guizhou?" Yang, Hao Pu's defenders are too few, so he will definitely ask Lingling for help..."

"Tune the tiger away from the mountain? I am very pleased that Ziming can focus on the overall situation." Sun Quan couldn't hide his joy.

"It's all because of the master's teaching. This matter must be arranged as soon as possible, and it must be kept secret, otherwise the governor..." Lu Meng reminded.

Sun Quan nodded, "Hurry up and prepare for Jiangxia's affairs, I'll send people to Jiaozhou right away, how about asking them to send troops in March?"

Lu Meng calculated that there was still a month to go, and there should be enough time to deliver the letter on the road. He bid farewell to Sun Quan and then went to Ling Tong's camp.

General Jiangdong prepared supplies and warships. By the end of January, Sun Quan had not yet sent troops. Lu Su thought that soldiers are expensive and fast, so what is the delay?

"My lord, now that the warships are ready and the armor is sufficient, when shall we cross the river and attack Wancheng?" Lu Su approached Sun Quan for instructions.

Knowing that Lu Su was coming, Sun Quan saw him leaning on the table and rubbing his forehead with one hand, and said with some pain: "It is still winter, and I have been infected with the wind and cold. I should put the soldiers' health first, and wait for the spring to bloom." It’s not too late to leave.”

"My lord, it's been a few days since everyone gathered, so why wait like this?" Lu Su thought in his heart that if it was delayed, everyone would have to harvest rice.

Sun Quan nodded and said, "Zijing is now training his soldiers, and he will be invincible when he is on the battlefield."

"only."

Lu Su did not have independent military power like Zhou Yu, and he had to get Sun Quan's consent to lead troops, so he could only obey Sun Quan's orders at this time.

One morning in early March, Lu Su inspected the pier and found that hundreds of warships were missing, and thousands of soldiers under Lu Meng and Ling Tong were also missing. The scouts at the pier told them to sail west. Rush to the city to meet Sun Quan.

"My lord, the camps of Ziming and Gongji are empty, and there are hundreds of warships missing from the pier. They haven't reported their whereabouts to me. Now they are going to Jingzhou without permission. Did something happen?" Lu Su asked suspiciously. .

Sun Quan nodded slightly, "There is news from Jingzhou in the west that there seems to be a change in Cao's army in Xiangyang, so I asked Ziming and Gongji to inquire about the news."

Because of the Yangtze River News, Fu Shiren had had a heated fight with Jiangdong in recent months. Lu Su immediately guessed the source of the news, Jiang Xia, and then asked suspiciously: "But while Cao Jun's attention is in Jingzhou, we will immediately send troops to capture Wancheng, and then It won't be too late to rescue General Guan."

"Zijing go get ready, we will send troops in two days." Sun Quan waved his hand.

"Wei." Lu Su nodded in response, not understanding why Sun Quan sent two generals out to inquire about the news when the battle was imminent.

Lu Meng and Ling commanded a few troops westward, and a day later the warship docked at Jiangxia Wharf and notified Fu Shiren to come to the army.

Because of the Yangtze River News, Fu Shiren had a good relationship with Jiangdong, so he took wine and meat to the pier to express condolences. When he arrived, Lu Meng and Ling Tong had already disembarked and were waiting at the Linjiang Pavilion where Guan Yu, Lu Su, and Lantian used to meet.

Guan Yu asked Fu Shiren to guard Jiangxia, and he could report to Jiangling in time when the warships were mobilized. At this time, Lu Meng's warships were not many, so Fu Shiren didn't take it seriously.

Following Guan Yu's example, Fu Shiren held a banquet for Lu Meng at the Linjiang Pavilion, and set Jiangxia's best food and wine on the table. He also mentioned that Lu Su had also been here.

After several glasses of wine, Fu Shiren asked curiously: "Where is General Lu going?"

"I have nothing to do when traveling on boats and horses. I heard that Cao Ren in Xiangyang has changed. I plan to use the Han River to find out." Lu Meng replied.

Fu Shiren laughed and said: "General Lu must have misinformation. General Guan has a patrol boat in Hanshui River. I haven't heard of any disturbance in Xiangyang."

"My lord has a life, I can't help myself." Lu Meng signaled Ling Tong to toast while speaking.

Chapter 315 The Scapegoat

"Ling Tong has offended you a lot before. I heard that Governor Fu has a large number of people. Tong salutes you as an apology."

After Ling Tong finished speaking, he picked up the wine jar and drank it. He looked at Fu Shiren next to him in a daze. The guy in Ruxuwu didn't look good. Could it be that he is overwhelmed by his own charm now?Or what did Sun Quan tell them?

Fu Shiren looked at Lu Meng in embarrassment. Unexpectedly, the other party said forcefully: "How can Governor Fu live up to the sincerity of the public achievement? Is he still holding grudges?"

"Uh... how come... okay." Fu Shiren bit the bullet and picked up the wine jar as well.

Ling Tong was in the prime of life, and his alcohol capacity was among the best in Jiangdong. Fu Shiren became dizzy after drinking a pot, and then Ling Tong continued to fight with wine, and Fu Shiren soon became very drunk.

After Fu Shiren was drunk, Lu Meng took away the army transfer token from him, and easily controlled Jiangxia's defenders. Then he sent someone to report to Chaisang, and at the same time took over Jiangxia's city defense. Because he acted secretly and quickly, the whole process seemed smooth And natural.

After Fu Shiren woke up, he found that he was in the familiar prefect's mansion. Lu Meng was sitting in his seat very presumptuously. He was about to get angry but found that his hands were tied.

Fu Shiren broke out in a cold sweat instantly, wondering what the hell is going on?

"General Lu, what do you mean?" Fu Shiren struggled to stand up.

Before he could stand still after he finished speaking, Fu Shiren felt the strong pressure on his shoulders, and then he was pressed to the ground abruptly. He turned his head and found that it was Ling Tong who was fighting with him yesterday.

It could be seen that Ling Tong's complexion was very bad, and it was not the expression of letting go of the past with him. Fu Shiren felt a chill in his heart and knew that something was wrong, and he must have been tricked by Lu Meng.

Is Jiang Xia lost just like that?When Fu Shiren was still considering how to explain, Lu Meng's deep voice came: "Fu Dudu is a hospitable person, he likes to send wine and meat to his allies, he is really a model of a good neighbor..."

"Lu Meng, do you still know that we are allies? Do you know that Sun Cheqi is doing this? General Guan will not spare you." Fu Shiren gritted his teeth.

Lu Meng sneered: "Really? Fu Shiren poisoned Zhou Dudu to death, so what should the lord do if he knows? Guan Yunchang can't protect you, can he?"

Fu Shiren was sweating profusely. Lu Meng was trying to kill himself. He was like a goat with his hands and feet bound, spinning and struggling frantically on the ground: "Lu Meng, you are spraying people with blood. I, Fu Shiren, have never done it. Zhou Dudu's death cannot be done. Rely on me, ah..."

Ling Tongtong kicked Fu Shiren's abdomen, and Fu Shiren stopped pleading in pain.

Lu Meng tapped the case and said meaningfully: "Is it true that you must admit everything you did, or the whole Jiangxia will be buried with you, including Fu Dudu's wife and children. I am very good at Tu Jiangxia..."

Fu Shiren's eyes were bloodshot. Sun Quan slaughtered Jiang Xia twice. He then cursed: "Traitor, why are you plotting against me? I have no grievances or enmity with you..."

Lu Meng walked up to Fu Shiren and knelt down, slapped his face with his hand and said contemptuously: "Maybe it's because you're not smart enough, you don't have any choice now, I'll give you a little time to think about it, otherwise I'll start with your son... ..."

Fu Shiren swallowed his saliva, knowing that he was going to die this time, he just closed his eyes and sneered presumptuously: "What's the point of admitting it? You charged me with such a heinous crime, and Jiangdong's officials still flayed me alive? It's better to die for the whole of it..."

"As long as Fu Dudu is obedient, not only will he not die, but he will also be rich and prosperous." Lu Meng continued to explain.

Fu Shiren opened his eyes, and stared at Lu Meng sideways, "Could it be that you are entertaining me? Can you still live after poisoning the governor of Jiangdong?"

Lu Meng put his hands behind his back, looked out of the door and replied in a deep voice: "Fu Shiren was ordered by Liu Bei to murder the governor of Zhou with poisoned wine in the name of a labor force. Now he regrets and dedicates Jiangxia to Jiangdong to make amends. My lord is grateful for your sincerity. Treat it kindly..."

Fu Shiren shook his head quickly: "You want me to frame the lord, this is absolutely impossible, even if I die, I will not agree."

Lu Meng frowned, and continued to suggest: "Then use Guan Yu's name."

Guan Yu has always been majestic and domineering, and Fu Shiren is trembling under his subordinates. Although he is sometimes afraid of his power, who can tell what will happen in the future, he still shook his head and said: "General Guan and the lord are brothers. Claiming to be jealous of the talent of Zhou Dudu, refused to lend me back in Chibi because of hatred?"

Seeing that the other party had softened, Lu Meng motioned Ling Tong to help Fu Shiren up, then pinched his mustache and said leisurely, "If you don't take two scapegoats, how can my lord keep you? You are a vegetarian when you are an official of Jiangdong?"

Fu Shiren rolled his eyes, realizing that Lu Meng was right, but who was he dragged into the water?He searched for a scapegoat in his mind, and finally said with an idea: "How about Liao Li, the prefect of Changsha? This man mocked General Lu in the Yangtze River News, and he just took this opportunity to get rid of him..."

Lu Meng nodded with satisfaction, "Fu Dudu is still very savvy, but Liao Li doesn't seem to be qualified enough, you have to find a decent scapegoat..."

Fu Shiren was provoked by Lu Meng, and then blurted out: "What about Lan Ziyu, the prefect of Lingling, and he is the one who runs the Changjiang Daily, and he even stole Lu Ziheng's property..."

Lu Meng was shocked when he heard this, and thought that it would be more convincing to send troops to Lingling like this, and even Lu Fan found a reason to attack from the south, so you Fu Shiren, this is a good way to plant blackmail.

"Is this okay?" Fu Shiren asked.

Lu Meng nodded with a smile: "Lan Tian was jealous of Gong Jin's talent, so he sent Liao Li to send a message to Governor Fu, asking you to poison the Governor in Jiangxia..."

"Then me now?" Fu Shiren heaved a sigh of relief.

"First wrong Dudu Fu for two days, and then make arrangements when my lord arrives in Jiangxia." Lu Meng signaled Ling Tong to take Fu Shiren into custody.

Two days later, Sun Quan's fleet arrived at Jiangxia Wharf. Because Lu Su was training against the cold February wind, he was also lucky enough to catch the cold, and fell asleep all the time after boarding the ship.

Lu Su walked out of the cabin in a daze, and found that the scene in front of him was very familiar. Why did tens of thousands of troops come to Jiangxia?

"My lord, what's going on? Isn't it going to attack Wancheng?" Lu Su looked blank.

Sun Quan turned around and called Lu Su to his side, saying: "The murder of Gongjin in the past has been investigated, and now the witnesses are here in Jiangxia City. Let's go and interrogate them together."

"Didn't it mean that the arrow sores broke out?" Lu Su asked curiously.

"The situation is very complicated, we will know at the first trial." Sun Quan shook his head.

Lu Su followed Sun Quan with question marks all over his face, he completely forgot about the attack on Wancheng, walked into the Jiangxia prefect's mansion and found Lu Meng, Ling Tong and Fu Shiren, he had a vague feeling that something was wrong.

When Fu Shiren finished explaining according to Lu Meng's words, Lu Su felt that his world had collapsed.

Seeing the anger on the faces of the generals, Sun Quan said with a serious face: "Gongjin Wushuang, a national scholar, is my pillar of the sky in Jiangdong. It is really infuriating to be murdered by envy. Although General Fu is an accomplice, he is not the mastermind. I can repent and offer the city to apologize, and I decide to absolve him of the crime and not pursue it..."

Sun Quan's words were in a falling tone, and there were whispers in the hall.