Chenliu County City

On the third day of the sixth month of the first year of Hongwu, in early summer of June, the streets were cool at night, but the city was quiet and cold.

It was just dusk at night, and there were already quiet streets. Soldiers stood at important street entrances. Any passers-by would definitely be investigated. [bsp;   Most of them would be dragged away by soldiers for various reasons.

The depressing atmosphere is particularly intense on this night.

The shops and houses on the street were closed with their doors, and only faint lights flowed out from the cracks. At this time, it was strange that the sunset reflected the sky, and from a distance, it also made people suspect that it was the camp fire.

Chen Liu's heaven is going to change again, right?

The people thought that the atmosphere in the city was so depressed a few nights before the Luoyang army occupied the city. And if this strange situation reappeared Chen Liu, is there another military situation?

No matter what the people think, when it gets dark, few idle people come out on the streets.

Those who did not believe in evil and planned to come out to see the fun were dragged away by soldiers for making careful deeds. Only God knows whether they are alive or dead, so that now, the people in the city are in panic.

Soldiers patrolled the streets and prohibited the night-long journey.

And among many deep courtyards, there are still many night banquets and small gatherings for discussing things.

Chenliu County, Liu Mansion.

There were several people in the study room in the backyard, whispering.

The owner of the mansion, Liu Boyan, had a certain influence in Chenliu County. He could still retain his official positions after the arrival of Luoyang Army.

Liu Boyan sat upright in the study and took a cup of tea. The faint fragrance of tea was refreshing. The maid was serving tea to the people here and retreated one after another.

The door was closed and there were people guarding it outside, so no one would get close to it. You can continue to talk about a topic just now with confidence.

In the study, in addition to Liu Boyan, the clerk of Princess Chenliu, there is also a master of the surname Wang, a military member named He, and officials in several counties and cities.

"Everyone, you have said a lot just now. I'm afraid it's not the purpose of coming tonight? Since you are gathered here and at this time, it's better to tell your thoughts openly and honestly!" Seeing that when he asked about serious matters, the few people in front of him fell silent, Liu Boyan stood up and paced back and forth for a while.

"Why, you don't want to say anything anymore, then Liu has to see you off." At this point, Liu Boyan raised his eyebrows.

The few people sitting in front of him could not remain silent at this time.

The King of Kings who had briefly talked about some matters in the county had spoken slowly at this time: "Mr. Liu, since we are here to find you, we have important things, but this matter is related to our lives..."

"Mr. Wang, please say something. What you said tonight will definitely not be heard from the mansion." Seeing that someone finally spoke, Liu Boyan smiled faintly and promised.

"In this way, Wang knew everything and said everything. What Wang wanted to say was everyone's intention. Please think carefully by Lord Liu."

Liu Boyan said lightly: "This is natural."

The king said in a low voice: "Mr. Liu, although Chenliu County has not been attacked by war, news from other two counties has been spread."

"One of the counties in Gunzhou was originally occupied by the Duke of the State. Except for these three places, all five counties surrendered to Dacheng. Now the two counties except Chenliu were even captured by Dacheng Army."

"Although the Dacheng army has not yet forced the city of Chenliu, it is not far away. Now that the major affairs in Gunzhou are gone, Chenliu is afraid it will be difficult to defend. You and I are both from local families. They not only have the responsibility of loyalty, but also have the responsibility of protecting the safety of the clan and the people of the country. Since they can no longer defend, it is better to think about how to protect this place and avoid being harmed by war..."

"... Although the Dacheng Army has always been known as benevolence and righteousness, those who insist on not surrender often kill the clan without mercy. If you really think more when the city is broken, I am afraid that the Chenliu family will go to eight out of ten! Lord Liu, you have always had a few people in front of the county magistrate. If you can persuade the county magistrate to make plans early, it is really a great merit!"

Liu Boyan listened to him saying that there was no expression on his face. He was neither surprised nor agreed. After the King of Kings finished his record, he looked at the people in front of him: "You guys think so too?"

Although he didn't know what Liu Boyan was thinking, when he thought of the current situation in Chenliu, these people still gritted their teeth and saluted, saying, "Sir, there is only one county in Gunzhou now. When the two counties were destroyed, Luoyang did not send troops to support him. Now there is only Chenliu. How could the Duke of the State send troops here?"

"Chenliu now has neither reinforcements nor retreats, and the surroundings are occupied by Dacheng soldiers and horses. Even if there are some food and grass, it will not last long. With the Dacheng Army's offensive, I am afraid that when the army approaches, the county town will be occupied by Dacheng Army within ten days. Instead of countless casualties and injuries, and surrendering Dacheng, it is better to plan early and the results will be different..."

"What Mr. He said is true. The lower official thinks the same way. Please ask Lord Liu to persuade the county magistrate to make plans early!"

When Liu Boyan heard this, he finally smiled bitterly: "Do you think you can surrender smoothly by persuading the county magistrate? Don't forget that although the county magistrate was successful in surrendering and was not removed from his official position by Duke Zheng, Chenliu County was stationed in Luoyang, and two generals assisting the county magistrates in doing things. How could you not understand the meaning of this word assistance? The county magistrate even has the intention to make plans early, and is afraid he is powerless."

"Mr. Liu, as long as the county magistrate can work with us, this matter is 50% sure. Don't forget that even if Luoyang sent people to come, there are still many things that cannot be taken into account in this Chenliu place. Their arrival is still short, so how could they really take Chenliu into their hands?" Seeing that Liu Bo's words were loose, the king said quickly.

Liu Boyan thought for a moment, and finally nodded: "Luo go and try it."

In an official road, under the sun, a red gushed out of the horizon. This was a continuous army and flag. After a while, I looked over and saw people much clearer, and only square formations were moving forward.

Of course, these square formations cannot be neat during the march, but they are still basically intact, red, like the ocean.

A hundred thousand army, thirty miles apart, naturally no one dared to disobey along the way.

At noon, the horns of the army kept ringing, slowly the army stopped advancing, gathered together, and became neat and solemn. This is the strong army in the world.

There is a royal chariot surrounded by flagpoles and elite soldiers.

"Jiyang has settled? Is there any news from Chenliu County?" Wang Hongyi asked.

At this time, wearing armor, he was majestic, surrounded by solemn generals and elite soldiers, and these generals and elite soldiers were majestic and solemn.

Anyone can feel the awesomeness inside.

"Your Majesty, no news has come yet." Someone replied respectfully.

"Hasn't it come yet?" Wang Hongyi murmured: "I guess it's going to be soon."

Wang Hongyi led an army of 100,000 and had arrived in Chenliu County. Several counties along the way surrendered, without even resisting one soldier and one general.

This is caused by the majesty of the army, and there are also many internal ghosts.

Although it is a great army and the imperial army is in charge, the county is invincible. Even if there is resistance, it is not difficult to break the city, which may reduce losses and speed up time. It is still a good thing.

Wang Hongyi still praised this. With this thought, the army led by Wang Hongyi gradually approached Chenliu County.

When approaching the county town, the person sent to contact us came to meet Wang Hongyi with Chenliu map and city information.

The map was sent by some people in the city, and the head of the county magistrate.

It’s a pity that this county magistrate had long been undermined by the military officers sent from Luoyang, and he could only control the city with Dacheng’s power.

"Is it a secret passage?" Wang Hongyi looked away from the map, and a faint smile appeared on his face.

Some people with some foundation in the county, even if the county magistrates and officials were undermined, they could only do small things, but the Luoyang army did not know about some of the things in the city.

It can be said that although the county magistrate cannot directly offer the city and surrender, such assistance has directly defeated the city's external defense.

"It seems that even the thunder cart doesn't have to be used." A smile on his lips. Wang Hongyi did not gather in large numbers and ordered a general and said, "Since that's the case, you can lead the capital first and enter through the secret passage. I'll wait for good news."

This time, there is no need to attack the city, but as the army gradually approaches, follow the secret passage, sneak into the city, open the city gate, and let the army outside enter the city.

As long as the city gate opens and the army surges in, even if there are elite troops inside, they can win.

In the face of absolute power, resistance is meaningless.

"Yes!" This will leave.

Wang Hongyi smiled and ordered the army: "Dinner immediately, and arrive in front of the city before tonight."

In the march, everything is simple

After a while, according to the rules, the army used marching cakes, which contained dried meat, salt and crust mixed with clean water.

Half an hour later, the army moved forward again.

Before night, I arrived in front of the county. At this time, the moon was clear and shining on the earth. In the distance, the night sky in the city was red and bright light could be seen everywhere.

There is a shadow of a soldier under the wall.

Wang Hongyi didn't ask to camp. He watched from a distance, but he didn't say anything, and the army looked silently, calmly, without moving.

Suddenly, there were continuous sounds of muskets and guns in the city, and everyone was shocked.

The continuous sound of muskets tore through the night sky, and after a moment, the sound of killing sounds rose everywhere.

Wang Hongyi looked and smiled. According to the plan, Yidu sneaked into the city quietly, and was picked up by the county magistrate's office. After the army arrived, he first controlled several important places, opened the city gate, and led the army into the city.

In this case, although the Luoyang army had stubborn resistance, it was meaningless in the face of overwhelming force. The plan was very smooth now. Sure enough, after a moment, the city gate opened wide.

"Kill!" The cavalry rushed up immediately and rushed in from the city gate. The situation was decided.

This victory was so easy and almost no loss, which made Wang Hongyi happy. He said instructed: "The county city has been lowered. I will immediately send troops to the ferry to take it, and tell Baima Port that he dragged the Hu people to do his best. In a few days, I will send infantry to replace the navy."

Once Chenliu fell, Guandu Port could not resist. Once the general stepped forward, he could force him to surrender. After obtaining Guandu Port, he could directly transport ammunition and food to Baima Port, which could restrain more Hu people.
Chapter completed!