Imperial Power Of Han Dynasty

In the battle between Pound and Niu Fu, both sides suffered a lot of damage. Niu Fu had 7,000 soldiers in the city of Chang'an. More than 1,500 people were killed in the battle, and more than 600 people were seriously injured. He was unable to fight, and was captured by Pound outside the city. There were 700 people, and hundreds more fled. Now there are less than 5,000 soldiers left in the city. If you count the 2,000 soldiers stationed in Tongguan, there are still 7,000.

However, it was impossible for Niu Fu to mobilize the defenders stationed at Tongguan. After all, the total number was only two thousand, and the defense of Tongguan was already very reluctant. In case the enemy's reinforcements arrived and the long-distance attack on Tongguan, Chang'an would become an isolated city.

In fact, Jia Xu believes that although the victory and defeat last night, the morale of the enemy is low, if Niu Fu can assemble Tongguan defenders and attack Pound with 7,000 paces, he can still win.

However, in this way, the Tongguan line of defense was in vain, and if anything came out, Niu Fu could not explain to his father-in-law.

Moreover, Niu Fu himself asked Pound to sweep off his helmet yesterday, and almost lost his life. He had long since lost the thought of making contributions and had no courage to implement Jia Xu's plan.

Therefore, Jia Xu was very acquainted and didn't even mention it. Instead, he suggested that Niu Fu write a letter to Dong Zhuo, suggesting that Prime Minister Dong send an army to Chang'an as soon as possible to suppress Yongliang and prevent Liu Ye from attacking east of Tongguan.

Niu Fu immediately wrote a letter. At the beginning, he focused on describing his "failure to surrender" and defeated the enemy, but now the number of people on hand is stretched, and he hopes that Dong Zhuo will send reinforcements. At the same time, under Jia Xu's suggestion, he also described Chang'an in full color. The importance of He Yongliang and Liangzhou to Dong Zhuo, and Liu Ye may besiege Chang'an at any time.

The messenger headed east and left Tongguan, and then Jia Xu stayed with Niu Fu in the city of Chang'an honestly and enjoyed a rare quiet time.

At the same time, Pound, who suffered nearly half damage and severe morale damage, also did not dare to attack Chang'an anymore, but instead attacked the surrounding counties and counties of Chang'an.

The cavalry came and went like wind, and many cities had not yet reacted. The horseshoe of the cavalry of Liangzhou had already stepped into the city. While Pound confiscated the official seals and grain and grass, he waited for the arrival of Liu Ye's army.

It can be said that the current Niu Fu and Pound are like the French and German forces in the Battle of Waterloo, forming a stalemate balance. Which side of the reinforcements comes first, which side will gain the advantage, and even decisive. victory.

The tenth day of July, in the evening.

Liu Ye commanded an army of 19,000, brought Zhang Jay Yujin, Guan Hai Xunyou and other civil and military generals and ministers to the outskirts of Chang'an City.

Although the huge city of Chang'an has not yet come close, the outline of the tall city wall has been seen from afar, and a simple and desolate atmosphere is permeating.

Liu Ye resolutely said: "If you can capture Chang'an City this time, you should immediately support the emperor to reset here, and rejuvenate the great man!"

Xun You on the side heard Liu Ye’s words and couldn’t help but laughed: “The emperor Chu and Han fought for hegemony, went east from Xingyang to defeat the Overlord, set the capital of Chang’an, and passed on the twelve emperors in the 200-year calendar and met Wang Mang to establish a new dynasty. Fortunately, Emperor Guangwu led Yuntai. The Twenty-Eight Generals will turn the tide and set the Han Dynasty in Luoyang. Now it has stretched for nearly two hundred years and the twelve emperors. If Zhou Mu can reinvigorate the Han in Chang'an, it will surely become a legend that has been passed down through the ages."

Zhang Jai on the side couldn't help but smile and said: "Mr. Gongda's words are reasonable. Since Emperor Guangwu was able to turn the tide two hundred years ago, Zhou Mu can also rejuvenate the Han Dynasty and support King Hongnong."

Liu Ye smiled, but compared to other dynasties, the vitality of the Han Dynasty is indeed very strong. Originally, after two hundred years of the Western Han Dynasty, a Wang Mang appeared. Seeing that the Han Dynasty was about to become extinct, Emperor Guangwu turned out to be born, abruptly. The Han Dynasty was forced to extend its life for two hundred years in the name of the Eastern Han Dynasty.

That's not even counted. In the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, the Three Kingdoms struggled for hegemony, and the founder of the Shu Han, Liu Bei, was also a descendant of the Liu family. If Zhuge Liang's Northern Expedition was really successful, it would not be surprising that the Han Dynasty was really extended for another two hundred years.

Therefore, the call for the restoration of the Han room has also risen. The former Zhao of the Five Hus and Sixteen Kingdoms was founded by Liu Cong and Liu Yuan. Although they are Huns, their ancestors have the blood of a Han princess, and they are considered half Han. .

Thinking of this, Liu Ye couldn't help holding his fist. In the darkest era of Han people, he let himself be completely expelled.

"Advance! Join Pound immediately."

With an order from Liu Ye, the 19,000 army rolled forward and sent forward.

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"Lord, Pound is incompetent. He has lost more than two thousand soldiers and has a heavy trust from the bearer."

In the middle of the army's tent, Pound knelt to the ground, looking ashamed.

"Ling Ming get up, but how did Ling Ming win?" Liu Ye frowned. Pound's bravery was seen by himself. In Dong Zhuo's army, in addition to Lv Bu, Li Lao Guo Ben, Zhang Ji Fan Chou and four generals. , I'm afraid that no one is Pound's opponent, so he is quite curious.

Pound said with shame: "Ashamed, the enemy general is cunning. After he will finally set up a camp outside Chang'an, the enemy general sent one person to pretend to be a descendant of the great ancestor at night. He said that he hated the country thief Dong Zhuo for ruining the emperor and tyranny, so he was willing to open the door at night to dedicate the city ."

"The general tempted him and believed him. I didn't know that this was a trap. After entering the city, the enemy separated the city gate by fire. The final general was divided into two parts and was besieged by the enemy. Fight hard."

Liu Ye asked, "Who is the enemy leader?"

"The enemy general is Niu Fu."

Liu Ye's expression became even more exciting when he heard this. Although both were Dong Zhuo's son-in-law, Li Ru and Niufu were completely different. Li Ru offered countless suggestions for Dong Zhuo after entering Luoyang's predominance and was highly regarded. Niu Fu's character was weak. Finally, I heard that Dong Zhuo was killed by Lu Bu. He did not dare to avenge Dong Zhuo and was finally killed by his subordinates.

Could it be that Niu Fu is still a powerful figure, and he has not had time to perform in his previous life?

"It's weird, Niu Fuping hasn't shown much talent, but Li Ru has this alert and is still reasonable." Xun You frowned and shook his head lightly.

Xun You was in Beijing for a long time and knew a lot of information. After Dong Zhuo entered Luoyang, he also inquired about Dong Zhuo’s generals. He knew that Niu Fu had nothing to do, so Dong Zhuo had been idled in Anyi, Hedong. If not for this time, Liu Ye suddenly sent troops. Raiding Chang'an, I don't know when Dong Zhuo will remember this son-in-law.

"It's okay. According to Ling Ming's statement, the enemy should also be injured. As long as our army has captured Tongguan, Chang'an will be just an isolated city by then. It will be easy to seize it." Liu Ye waved his hand.

"Gongda, what are your tricks?" Liu Ye asked.

Xun You said: "You can order the soldiers to dig trenches and restrict the enemy from leaving the city."

Generally, in order to prevent the enemy from attacking the camp or escaping, a circle of trenches will be dug outside the city to restrict the enemy from leaving the city.